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- H.R.714
H.R.714: Visitors Interested in Strengthening America (VISA) Act of 2011
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about immigration
- Introduced Feb. 15, 2011
- Latest Major Action Feb. 28, 2011
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
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Bill Summary
Visitors Interested in Strengthening America (VISA) Act of 2011 - Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to authorize a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) official to waive certain entry documentary requirements for a nonimmigrant child (unmarried and under the age of 16) who is a citizen or national of Mexico and accompanying parent or adult chaperone in instances of medical visits, student groups, or special community events. Sets...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration Policy and Enforcement.
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| Feb. 15, 2011 |
Introduced in the House by Bob Filner (D-Calif.) |