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S.1092: High-Tech Worker Relief Act of 2007
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about immigration
- Introduced April 11, 2007
- Latest Major Action April 11, 2007
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (1 Democrat, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
High-Tech Worker Relief Act of 2007 - Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to increase the number of annual H-1B (specialty occupation) visa entrants for FY2007 and FY2008. Eliminates the 20,000 annual cap on aliens with master's or higher degrees who can enter the United States without being subject to H-1B visa limits. Exempts from direct numerical limitations: (1) aliens with an advanced degree in science, technology, engineering, or...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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| April 11, 2007 |
Introduced in the Senate by Chuck T. Hagel (R-Neb.) |