H.R.371: Hmong Veterans' Naturalization Act of 1997

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Bill Cosponsors

77 (53 Democrats, 25 Republicans)

Bill Summary

Hmong Veterans' Naturalization Act of 1997 - Waives the English language naturalization requirement for certain aliens (or their spouses or widows) who served with special guerilla units in Laos. Provides for naturalization under the Immigration and Nationality Act through such service.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims.
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 9.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Jan. 7, 1997

Introduced in the House by Bruce F. Vento (D-Minn.)

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