01 — The Text
What.
- Makes DUI/impaired driving a reason to bar non-citizens from entering the U.S. or deport them if already here.
- Applies to people convicted of DUI or those who admit to committing the offense (for entry bans only).
- Named after three people killed by drivers: Jeremy and Angel Seay and Sergeant Brandon Mendoza.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Non-citizens convicted of DUI face deportation; those seeking entry get blocked. Affects undocumented immigrants and visa holders alike.
- Expands deportation grounds—currently DUI alone doesn't guarantee removal. This makes it mandatory if conviction exists.
- Public safety advocates see it as deterrent; immigrant rights groups may argue it's overly broad and lacks rehabilitation consideration.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- House passed it 246-160 on June 26. Now in Senate Judiciary Committee—likely stop before full Senate vote.
- Senate Republicans control floor but bill faces Democratic opposition. Passage uncertain without bipartisan support.
- Contact your senator to share your position before Senate committee votes.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jun 27, 2025 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Jun 26, 2025 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Jun 26, 2025 — On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 246 - 160 (Roll no. 183). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H2984-2985)
- Jun 26, 2025 — Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 246 - 160 (Roll no. 183). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H2984-2985)
- Jun 26, 2025 — Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2993-2994)
- Jun 26, 2025 — POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 875, the Chair put the question on passage of the bill and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Raskin demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- Jun 26, 2025 — The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
- Jun 26, 2025 — DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 875.