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BillHR 1337 · 119

To add Ireland to the E3 nonimmigrant visa program.

Introduced
Feb 13, 2025
Cosponsors
10
Traction
0
Last Action
Feb 13, 2025

Bill Summary

Adds Ireland to a visa program that allows certain workers to live and work in the US, making it easier for Irish citizens to get a specific type of work visa. Expands the existing E3 nonimmigrant visa program to include Ireland.

Sponsored By

Richard E. Neal
Democrat · Massachusetts · House

Bill Journey

  1. Feb 13, 2025
  3. Feb 13, 2025You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects Irish citizens who want to work in the US, making it easier for them to get a visa and live in the US for work. It also impacts US employers who want to hire Irish workers, as they will have an easier time bringing them to the US.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
11backers
  • Democratic7
  • Republican4
Cross-party cosponsors4 · 40%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (10)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicRights & Representation
CommitteeCommittee on the Judiciary
IntroducedFeb 13, 2025
Last UpdatedFeb 13, 2025
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Subjects
  • Rights

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.