Save the World Cup Act
Bill Summary
Allows certain foreign athletes and their families to stay in the US for the World Cup without strict visa requirements, and Requires the government to streamline the visa process for them.
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Bill Journey
- Mar 18, 2026
- Mar 18, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects international soccer players and their families, allowing them to more easily enter and stay in the US for the World Cup, and it also impacts US-based soccer teams and event organizers by making it easier for them to host international players.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic7
Documents
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Cosponsors (7)
- LaMonica McIverDemocrat · NJ
- Bennie G. ThompsonDemocrat · MS
- Dina TitusDemocrat · NV
- Julie JohnsonDemocrat · TX
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Bill Details
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