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Recapturing Unused Immigrant Visas and Adjusting Fees

This act aims to make thousands of previously unused immigrant visas available again, potentially speeding up immigration processes for many families and workers. It also introduces new fees for immigration and work authorization applications, which will fund application processing and backlog reduction.
Key points
Thousands of unused family and employment-based visas from 1992-2021 will be made available, potentially reducing waiting times for legal residency.
Visas for individuals affected by travel bans or COVID-19 related processing issues will be re-issued.
Allows certain applicants to apply for permanent resident status even if a visa is not immediately available, by paying a supplemental fee.
New fees are introduced for various immigration petitions and work authorizations, intended to improve the efficiency of the immigration system.
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Print number: 117_HR_7374
Sponsor: Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-19]
Process start date: 2022-04-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Jumpstart Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7374.

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 2022-04-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Thousands of unused family and employment-based visas from 1992-2021 will be made available, potentially reducing waiting times for legal residency.
  • Visas for individuals affected by travel bans or COVID-19 related processing issues will be re-issued.
  • Allows certain applicants to apply for permanent resident status even if a visa is not immediately available, by paying a supplemental fee.
  • New fees are introduced for various immigration petitions and work authorizations, intended to improve the efficiency of the immigration system.
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. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-19].

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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