Nick LaLota (R-NY)
Condemning prosecution policies that give preferential treatment to foreign nationals over United States citizens.
A Republican resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 14 - 9.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
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What this bill would do
This resolution condemns prosecution policies that provide preferential treatment to foreign nationals over United States citizens. It argues that releasing criminal aliens instead of prosecuting them endangers public safety and imposes costs on society. The text claims that certain policies in sanctuary jurisdictions grant favorable considerations to foreign nationals that are not given to citizens. It asserts that these policies violate Federal civil rights law. Finally, the resolution calls on prosecutors to prosecute crimes without considering immigration status and applauds the Department of Justice for investigating such policies.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +3
Does this tighten control of the border?
The resolution advocates for the prosecution of criminal aliens rather than their release, which relates to stricter control of the border.
- Scored +2
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The resolution calls for the Department of Justice to investigate prosecution policies in sanctuary jurisdictions.
- Scored +2
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?
The resolution affirms that the civil rights of all Americans guarantee equal treatment under the law.
The opposite
- Scored -4
Would immigrants be better off under this?
The resolution calls for the full prosecution of criminal aliens regardless of immigration status.
- Scored -3
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?
The emphasis on prosecuting criminal aliens to the fullest extent may create a more difficult environment for immigrants.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Public Safety and Community Protection: The resolution states that prosecuting criminal aliens instead of releasing them protects communities and prevents tragedies (Whereas clauses).
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Equal Treatment Under the Law: The resolution affirms the civil rights of Americans to receive equal treatment under the law (Section 2).
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Justice for Victims: The text suggests that focusing on prosecution rather than the comfort of criminal aliens provides justice for victims of crime (Whereas clause).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are identified within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts? — The resolution affirms that the civil rights of all Americans guarantee equal treatment under the law. Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The resolution calls for the Department of Justice to investigate prosecution policies in sanctuary jurisdictions.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this tighten control of the border? — The resolution advocates for the prosecution of criminal aliens rather than their release, which relates to stricter control of the border. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution seeks to ensure equal treatment under the law by condemning preferential treatment for foreign nationals over citizens. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The resolution argues that criminal aliens impose grave costs on American society that should be mitigated through prosecution. Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? — The emphasis on prosecuting criminal aliens to the fullest extent may create a more difficult environment for immigrants.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people in cities be better off under this? — The resolution asserts that prosecuting criminals instead of releasing them enhances community safety in jurisdictions including sanctuary cities. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The resolution argues that prosecuting criminal aliens reduces the grave costs they impose on American society. Would white Americans be better off under this? — The resolution focuses on protecting the rights and safety of United States citizens. Would immigrants be better off under this? — The resolution calls for the full prosecution of criminal aliens regardless of immigration status.
- 7/15/2026
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 14 - 9.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/29/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Glenn GrothmanRepublican · Wisconsin