The bill would allow Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to arrest and detain undocumented immigrants accused of theft-related crimes.

The Laken Riley Act would require the detention of unauthorized immigrants accused of theft and violent crimes

This month, both branches of Congress passed the Laken Riley Act with bi-partisan support. Of the state's Congressional delegation, Rep.  Stephen Lynch is the only member to vote in favor of the bill,

In a 64-35 vote, the Senate passed an immigration bill that mandates the detention of undocumented individuals accused of theft or burglary. The measure is now headed to the House, where it is expected to pass, probably becoming the first piece of legislation President Donald Trump signs into law.

The US Congress has passed a bill requiring undocumented immigrants who are arrested for theft or violent crimes to be held in jail pending trial. The bill, named after Laken Riley - a Georgia nursing student murdered last year by a Venezuelan man - passed the House of Representatives a day after it was approved by the Senate.