Bill119th CongressFiled May 21, 2026
H.R. 8971
Veterans Visa and Protection Act of 2026
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What it does
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What just happenedMay 21, 2026
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Who’s behind it
Rep. Grijalva, Adelita S. [D-AZ-7](D-AZ)Sponsor
12 cosponsors
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