S. 1338 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010
A bill to require the accreditation of English language training programs, and for other purposes.
S. 1338 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) became law — introduced on Jun 24, 2009, sponsored by Thomas R. Carper with 1 co-sponsors.
During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jun 24, 2009
- Co-sponsors
- 1
- Policy area
- Immigration
- Public law
- Public Law 111-306
What it does
Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to require that a nonimmigrant foreign student seeking to enter the United States to study at a language training program enroll at a language program that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education. Provides for a specified three-year exception to such requirement.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Thomas R. Carper (D-DE). Co-sponsors: 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 24, 2009
- Passed the SenateSep 27, 2010
- Passed the HouseDec 1, 2010
- Sent to the PresidentDec 3, 2010
- Became lawDec 14, 2010
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 111-306. (Dec 14, 2010)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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