Bill119th CongressFiled May 7, 2026Immigration
H.R. 8683
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to codify the Optional Practical Training program.
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What it does
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What just happenedMay 7, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4](D-NC)Sponsor
- Introduced in HouseMay 7, 2026