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- H.R.6153
H.R.6153: Common Sense Standards for Visa Applicants Act
About This Bill
- Introduced Dec. 7, 2021
- Latest Major Action Nov. 1, 2022
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
6 (All Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Dec. 7, 2021
Bill Summary
Common Sense Standards for Visa Applicants Act This bill provides statutory authority for a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) final rule published August 14, 2019, that made it more likely that an alien will not qualify for lawful permanent resident status due to their potential future use of public benefits. (DHS rescinded the rule in 2021.)
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Nov. 1, 2022 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.
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| Dec. 7, 2021 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| Dec. 7, 2021 |
Introduced in the House by Scott DesJarlais (R-Tenn.) |