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Veterans Visa: Return and Protection for Non-Citizen Veterans

This act establishes a program allowing non-citizen veterans who were removed from the United States to return and obtain permanent resident status. It also provides protection from removal for veterans and service members and facilitates their naturalization and access to military benefits. The goal is to support those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces, regardless of their citizenship status.
Key points
Non-citizen veterans who were removed can apply to return to the U.S. as permanent residents.
Non-citizen veterans and service members are protected from removal unless convicted of a violent crime.
Facilitates U.S. naturalization for veterans who gain permanent resident status under this act.
Returning veterans will have access to all military and veterans benefits they would have been eligible for.
Authorities will identify and track non-citizen service members and veterans to prevent unwarranted removal.
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Print number: 117_S_2265
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-06-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Visa and Protection Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2265.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Non-citizen veterans who were removed can apply to return to the U.S. as permanent residents.
  • Non-citizen veterans and service members are protected from removal unless convicted of a violent crime.
  • Facilitates U.S. naturalization for veterans who gain permanent resident status under this act.
  • Returning veterans will have access to all military and veterans benefits they would have been eligible for.
  • Authorities will identify and track non-citizen service members and veterans to prevent unwarranted removal.
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 Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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