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Visa Quota Exemption for Children of Filipino WWII Veterans.

This bill aims to speed up family reunification for children of Filipino veterans who served in World War II and became US citizens. It exempts these specific children from the annual numerical limits (quotas) placed on immigrant visas. This change allows eligible children to obtain permanent residency in the United States faster, bypassing long visa backlogs.
Key points
Children of naturalized Filipino WWII veterans will no longer be subject to annual immigrant visa quotas.
The goal is to accelerate the immigration process and facilitate quicker family reunification for these veterans' descendants.
The exemption applies to individuals eligible for first or third preference family visas.
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Print number: 118_S_1263
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Process start date: 2023-04-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Filipino Veterans Family Reunification Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1263.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Children of naturalized Filipino WWII veterans will no longer be subject to annual immigrant visa quotas.
  • The goal is to accelerate the immigration process and facilitate quicker family reunification for these veterans' descendants.
  • The exemption applies to individuals eligible for first or third preference family visas.
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. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI].

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 2025-12-26.

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