H.R. 4262 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
SOLVE Act of 2004
H.R. 4262 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on May 4, 2004, sponsored by Luis V. Gutiérrez with 48 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 4, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 48
- Policy area
- Immigration
What it does
Safe, Orderly, Legal Visas and Enforcement Act (or SOLVE Act) of 2004 - Creates an earned adjustment program for undocumented aliens (and their spouses and children) who meet specified requirements. Excludes aliens granted earned adjustment from numerical visa limitations. Amends title II (Old Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance) of the Social Security Act to allow such aliens to correct social security records.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Luis V. Gutiérrez (D-IL). Co-sponsors: 48 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 4, 2004
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security, and Claims. (Jun 28, 2004)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
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