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Immigration Relief: Ending Long Waits for Families and Workers

This act aims to speed up the immigration visa process, especially for those who have been waiting for a long time. It changes rules regarding visa limits for individual countries to shorten waiting times. Additionally, it facilitates family reunification by treating spouses and children of permanent residents as immediate relatives, accelerating their entry into the U.S.
Key points
Eliminates per-country visa limits for certain categories, aiming to reduce backlogs for employment-based and family-sponsored visas.
Spouses and minor children of U.S. permanent residents will be reclassified as "immediate relatives," leading to faster visa processing.
Special rules are introduced to prevent children from "aging out" during the lengthy immigration process, preserving their child status.
Additional immigrant visas will be made available from 2022 to 2026 to clear backlogs of applications filed before the act's enactment.
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Print number: 117_S_3721
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2022-03-01
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3721.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Eliminates per-country visa limits for certain categories, aiming to reduce backlogs for employment-based and family-sponsored visas.
  • Spouses and minor children of U.S. permanent residents will be reclassified as "immediate relatives," leading to faster visa processing.
  • Special rules are introduced to prevent children from "aging out" during the lengthy immigration process, preserving their child status.
  • Additional immigrant visas will be made available from 2022 to 2026 to clear backlogs of applications filed before the act's enactment.
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. Durbin, Richard J. [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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