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- H.R.1778
H.R.1778: Dairy and Sheep H–2A Visa Enhancement Act
About This Bill
- Introduced March 14, 2019
- Latest Major Action May 3, 2019
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
3 (1 Democrat, 2 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - March 14, 2019
Bill Summary
Dairy and Sheep H-2A Visa Enhancement Act This bill expands the H-2A nonimmigrant visa category (temporary agricultural workers) to include dairy workers and sheepherders. The initial period of admission for such temporary workers shall be for three years, and may be extended for additional three-year periods. No period of absence from the United States shall be necessary for an extension.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 3, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.
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| March 14, 2019 |
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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| March 14, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Anthony Brindisi (D-N.Y.) |