Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act

The Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act would create a new federal crime under 18 U.S.C. to punish someone who, while operating a motor vehicle within 100 miles of the U.S. border, intentionally flees from a pursuing law enforcement officer (specifically a U.S. Border Patrol agent acting lawfully, or any pursuing federal, state, or local officer under the Border Patrol’s command). The offense carries escalating penalties: up to 2 years in prison for a basic evasion, 5–20 years if serious bodily injury results, and 10 years to life if a death occurs. The bill also extends immigration consequences to noncitizens convicted of, or admitting to, acts that constitute the elements of the offense: inadmissibility at entry, deportability if already present, and ineligibility for relief (including asylum) under U.S. immigration laws. Additionally, the act requires an annual report by the Attorney General and the Secretary of Homeland Security detailing enforcement statistics and penalties related to the new offense. The bill’s purpose is to deter evading pursuit near the border, enhance officer safety, and address immigration consequences for noncitizens who commit the offense. It expands the federal framework for penalties tied to motor-vehicle evasion and ties immigration status to criminal conduct near the border, plus adds a transparency requirement through annual reporting. Note: The provided document shows the bill’s short title and text, with a line stating it was passed by the House on February 13, 2025, though the top line here also lists the status as Introduced.