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Immigration Changes: Nuclear Family Priority and Reductions

This bill modifies family-sponsored immigration rules, prioritizing spouses and children of permanent residents. It significantly reduces the total number of family visas available and introduces a new non-immigrant visa for parents of U.S. citizens, but without work authorization or public benefits. U.S. citizens will be responsible for their parents' financial support under this new category.
Key points
The definition of "immediate relative" for immigration purposes will be narrowed to include only spouses and children, excluding parents of U.S. citizens.
The overall number of family-sponsored immigrant visas will be substantially reduced to 88,000 annually.
A new non-immigrant visa category will be created for parents of U.S. citizens (aged 21 or older), but these parents will not be allowed to work or receive public benefits. The U.S. citizen child must provide health insurance and financial support.
Petitions for family-sponsored immigrant categories eliminated by this act, filed after its introduction date, will be invalid.
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Print number: 117_HR_4050
Sponsor: Rep. Hice, Jody B. [R-GA-10]
Process start date: 2021-06-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Nuclear Family Priority Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4050.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The definition of "immediate relative" for immigration purposes will be narrowed to include only spouses and children, excluding parents of U.S. citizens.
  • The overall number of family-sponsored immigrant visas will be substantially reduced to 88,000 annually.
  • A new non-immigrant visa category will be created for parents of U.S. citizens (aged 21 or older), but these parents will not be allowed to work or receive public benefits. The U.S. citizen child must provide health insurance and financial support.
  • Petitions for family-sponsored immigrant categories eliminated by this act, filed after its introduction date, will be invalid.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Hice, Jody B. [R-GA-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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