H.R. 1127 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
To extend certain immigration programs.
H.R. 1127 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on Feb 23, 2009, sponsored by Zoe Lofgren.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Feb 23, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Immigration
- Public law
- Public Law 111-9
What it does
Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to extend the special immigrant program for non-minister religious workers until September 30, 2009. Amends the Immigration and Nationality Technical Corrections Act of 1994 to extend the J-1 visa waiver (Conrad state 30/medical services in underserved areas) program until September 30, 2009.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedFeb 23, 2009
- Passed the HouseMar 4, 2009
- Passed the SenateMar 11, 2009
- Sent to the PresidentMar 18, 2009
- Became lawMar 20, 2009
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-9. (Mar 20, 2009)
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- H.R. 5283: Help Haitian Adoptees Immediately to Integrate Act of 2010
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- H.R. 1136: Save Our Small and Seasonal Businesses Act of 2009
- H.R. 1751: American Dream Act
- H.R. 1868: Birthright Citizenship Act of 2009
- H.R. 1934: American Job and Seasonal Business Preservation Act
- H.R. 2709: Reuniting Families Act
Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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