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- H.R.5767
H.R.5767: Sex Offender Visa Loophole Elimination Act of 2006
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about immigration
- Introduced July 12, 2006
- Latest Major Action July 12, 2006
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
14 (3 Democrats, 12 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Sex Offender Visa Loophole Elimination Act of 2006 - Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to prohibit a convicted U.S.-citizen sex offender from filing a family-based immigration petition. Defines "sex offense" and "specified offense against a minor." Prohibits approval of a fiance/fiancee or waiting nonimmigrant spouse visa petition filed by a convicted sex offender.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| July 12, 2006 |
Introduced in the House by Mark R. Kennedy (R-Minn.) |