Justice For Jocelyn Act Seeks Stricter Immigration Enforcement

In response to the murder of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray, Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX) have introduced the “Justice for Jocelyn Act.” This bill aims to enforce stricter detention and tracking measures for illegal immigrants to prevent future tragedies.

The bill requires Homeland Security to exhaust all detention options before releasing migrants. If no space is available, migrants must wear ankle monitors and adhere to a curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Violations would result in immediate deportation.

Jocelyn was allegedly tortured and killed by Venezuelan migrants Franklin Jose Pena Ramos and Johan Jose Rangel Martinez, who had been released with ankle monitors. Jocelyn’s mother, Alexis Nungaray, supports the bill, believing it could have prevented her daughter’s death. She stated, “This would have kept Jocelyn’s murderers off the streets.”

Sen. Cruz emphasized the need for reform, stating, “Our immigration system is flawed, and this bill aims to protect our communities.” Rep. Nehls added, “We need to ensure illegal migrants are not released without proper tracking to prevent such horrific crimes.”

The bill also empowers federal authorities to deport migrants who violate their release terms. This legislation aims to improve the safety of American communities by enhancing immigration enforcement.

The case of Jocelyn Nungaray has reignited debates over immigration policies, with calls for bipartisan efforts to fix the system. The proposed act underscores the need for stricter measures to safeguard communities and prevent similar tragedies.

The bill’s progress will be monitored closely as it seeks to address these critical issues and enhance public safety.