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US House Passes Bill to Enhance Penalties on Illegal Immigrants

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The US House of Representatives passed a bill to enhance punishment for illegal immigrants on Thursday.

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WASHINGTON (Sputnik) — The US House of Representatives passed Kate’s Law on Thursday, which is a measure that will enhance punishment for illegal immigrants who reenter the United States without authorization after being deported.

The measure passed with a 257-167 vote.

Also, the US House of Representatives passed the No Sanctuary for Criminals Act, which is immigration policy that would penalize so-called sanctuary cities.

The measure was passed with a 228-195 vote.

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