Limiting Entry Bans and Protecting Nonimmigrants from Discrimination
This act changes the rules for entry bans to the U.S., making it harder for the President to impose broad restrictions based on national origin. It introduces greater protection against discrimination based on national origin and religion for visa applicants. Citizens will benefit from increased transparency and the ability to challenge unfair decisions.
Key points
The President's power to impose entry bans on entire groups of people will be limited, requiring specific evidence and narrow tailoring to the threat.
The act prohibits discrimination based on national origin and religion when issuing visas and granting entry to the U.S.
It mandates informing Congress about any planned and implemented entry bans, and publicly publishing this information.
Individuals harmed by unlawful entry bans will be able to seek legal recourse in court.
Status:
Introduced
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