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Support for Noncitizen Veterans and Their Families

This act aims to facilitate the return to the U.S. and obtaining permanent residency for veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces and were subsequently removed. It also streamlines the naturalization process for those serving in the military and establishes a support system for them and their families in immigration matters. This ensures that individuals who risked their lives for the country can expect greater support regarding their immigration status.
Key points
Easier naturalization for military personnel, including expedited processing and access to information.
Option for removed veterans to return to the U.S. and obtain permanent residency, with exceptions for serious crimes.
Establishment of a special advisory committee to review immigration cases of service members, veterans, and their immediate families.
Requirement for immigration services to check veteran status before initiating removal proceedings.
Study and reporting of data on removed veterans to better understand the scope of the issue.
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Print number: 118_HR_4569
Sponsor: Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39]
Process start date: 2023-07-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veteran Service Recognition Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4569.

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 2023-07-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Easier naturalization for military personnel, including expedited processing and access to information.
  • Option for removed veterans to return to the U.S. and obtain permanent residency, with exceptions for serious crimes.
  • Establishment of a special advisory committee to review immigration cases of service members, veterans, and their immediate families.
  • Requirement for immigration services to check veteran status before initiating removal proceedings.
  • Study and reporting of data on removed veterans to better understand the scope of the issue.
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. Takano, Mark [D-CA-39].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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