Bill Overview
Title: Crime Doesn’t Fly Act of 2022
Description: This bill prohibits the use of warrants for the arrest, removal, or deportation of an alien as proof of identity at an airport security checkpoint unless the alien is being removed from the United States pursuant to immigration laws.
Sponsors: Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11]
Target Audience
Population: Individuals in the United States who are aliens and may have arrest, removal, or deportation warrants
Estimated Size: 12000000
- The bill directly impacts aliens who may be subject to arrest, removal, or deportation as these warrants cannot be used for their identification at airport security unless they are being deported.
- Airports and security officials will be impacted as they will need to adapt to the new identification verification process.
- Indirectly, it may also impact the friends and family of these aliens whose travel plans could be affected.
- Aliens being deported according to immigration laws will not be affected by this change as they are explicitly mentioned as an exception.
Reasoning
- To understand the population distribution, we must consider that this policy directly affects undocumented immigrants subject to legal warrants. These individuals are a subset of the estimated 12 million undocumented immigrants in the US.
- Many of the people affected will be concentrated in urban areas with large immigrant populations, such as Los Angeles, New York City, and Houston.
- The policy will likely benefit those who frequently travel within the US for work or family reasons, as they will need alternative means of identification apart from arrest warrants.
- Airports will be affected as they will implement new protocols for identification verification which does not include arrest or deportation warrants unless for deportation purposes.
- The impact on wellbeing will vary significantly, as some individuals will feel more secure traveling while others may still face anxiety about their status.
Simulated Interviews
Construction Worker (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 32 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I mostly worry about flying under the radar, but this new rule might make it easier for me to travel for work without too much anxiety.
- I hope this means less trouble when visiting family across states.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 6 |
Domestic Worker (Chicago, IL)
Age: 40 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 2.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I have mixed feelings because while this seems to protect some privacy, I don't know how effective it will be.
- Travel is a concern as I'm awaiting residency, so maybe this policy gives some relief.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Tech Consultant (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 28 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 1.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Younger people don't use warrants as ID but still worry about any change.
- This policy doesn't directly concern me much, but I support anything that strengthens our rights.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Mechanic (Houston, TX)
Age: 52 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This could help me feel safer, but only slightly.
- Without documentation, my life is full of uncertainties anyway.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Nail Technician (Miami, FL)
Age: 35 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- While this law is a small step, the real issues are more complex.
- I don't travel much, but it may help my siblings who do.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Retired (Phoenix, AZ)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 18/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This will require significant training and adaptation.
- It's important for security, but how it's implemented worries me.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Administrative Assistant (New York, NY)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 17/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy seems to impact mostly those at risk of deportation.
- It doesn't affect me directly, but I worry about friends who may be affected.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Small Business Owner (Atlanta, GA)
Age: 45 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a positive change, but systemic issues remain.
- Awareness and education are crucial for effective implementation.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Student (Denver, CO)
Age: 23 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 9
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- As an international student, I don't see this impacting me directly.
- Still, it's part of a broader conversation about rights and safety.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 9 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 9 |
Teacher (Dallas, TX)
Age: 37 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It brings some relief, but our anxiety remains due to the complex immigration landscape.
- This might lower tensions a bit for my husband when traveling domestically.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $5000000 (Low: $3000000, High: $7000000)
Year 2: $5000000 (Low: $3000000, High: $7000000)
Year 3: $5000000 (Low: $3000000, High: $7000000)
Year 5: $5000000 (Low: $3000000, High: $7000000)
Year 10: $5000000 (Low: $3000000, High: $7000000)
Year 100: $5000000 (Low: $3000000, High: $7000000)
Key Considerations
- Training and system upgrades are primary cost drivers.
- The policy focuses on airport security processes, limiting broader economic effects.