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Changes to Family-Sponsored Immigration and Visa Reduction

This Act amends the definition of 'immediate relative' in immigration law by removing parents of US citizens, limiting the category to spouses and children. It establishes a new annual worldwide level for family-sponsored immigrants at 88,000 (minus certain computations) and eliminates several visa preference categories. It creates a new nonimmigrant visa category (W) for parents of adult US citizens, which is valid for 5 years, prohibits employment, and requires the US citizen to provide financial support and health insurance.
Key points
Parents of US citizens are removed from the 'Immediate Relative' definition in the Immigration and Nationality Act.
A new nonimmigrant visa (W category) is established for parents of US citizens, valid for an initial period of 5 years.
Holders of the W category visa are not authorized to work in the US or eligible for public benefits; the US citizen child is responsible for support and health insurance.
The annual worldwide level of family-sponsored immigrants is set at 88,000 (minus specific calculations), and certain preference categories are eliminated.
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Print number: 118_HR_7833
Sponsor: Rep. Crane, Elijah [R-AZ-2]
Process start date: 2024-03-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Nuclear Family Priority Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7833.

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 2024-03-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Parents of US citizens are removed from the 'Immediate Relative' definition in the Immigration and Nationality Act.
  • A new nonimmigrant visa (W category) is established for parents of US citizens, valid for an initial period of 5 years.
  • Holders of the W category visa are not authorized to work in the US or eligible for public benefits; the US citizen child is responsible for support and health insurance.
  • The annual worldwide level of family-sponsored immigrants is set at 88,000 (minus specific calculations), and certain preference categories are eliminated.
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. Crane, Elijah [R-AZ-2].

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 2025-12-30.

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