A bill to temporarily extend the period of validity of J-1 visas issued to employees and contractors of the United States Agency for Global Media and its broadcasting networks.
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Sep 16, 2020)
This bill provides an automatic extension for certain J-1 (exchange visitor) visas if the visa holder has a contract or employment agreement with the U.S. Agency for Global Media, the agency that operates U.S. government media outlets such as Voice of America and Radio Free Asia.
Specifically, if such a J-1 visa expires during the two-month period before this bill's enactment or the 90-day period after, the visa shall remain valid until the end of the 90-day period. The Department of Homeland Security may deny an extension on a case-by-case basis if it (1) determines that extending a particular visa would pose a national security risk, and (2) explains the reasons for the determination to Congress.
What just happenedSep 16, 2020
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateSep 16, 2020
- Sep 16, 2020IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Sep 16, 2020IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate