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More Employment Visas: Easing Immigration in the USA

This act aims to make additional employment-based visas available in fiscal year 2024. This could allow individuals awaiting employment visas to obtain permanent resident status more quickly, impacting their ability to legally work and live in the USA. These changes are intended to help reduce visa application backlogs.
Key points
Increase in the number of available employment-based visas for fiscal year 2024.
Visas will be allocated based on the order of application filing, without per-country limits.
Visas will remain available for use in 2024 or subsequent fiscal years until issued.
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Print number: 118_HR_1535
Sponsor: Rep. Bucshon, Larry [R-IN-8]
Process start date: 2023-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Eliminating Backlogs Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1535.

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 2023-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increase in the number of available employment-based visas for fiscal year 2024.
  • Visas will be allocated based on the order of application filing, without per-country limits.
  • Visas will remain available for use in 2024 or subsequent fiscal years until issued.
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. Bucshon, Larry [R-IN-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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Migration