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S. 3157Became Law

Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act

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What it doesSummary public law (Oct 17, 2022)

Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act

This act requires the Department of Labor to submit to Congress a study on the factors affecting employment opportunities for certain individuals with professional credentials obtained in a non-U.S. country, specifically individuals who are lawfully present noncitizens or naturalized U.S. citizens. The study shall include policy recommendations for better enabling such individuals to obtain skill-appropriate employment in the United States.

What just happenedOct 17, 2022

Became Public Law No: 117-210.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN](D-MN)Sponsor
5 cosponsors2 D3 R
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  1. Oct 17, 2022President

    Became Public Law No: 117-210.

  2. Oct 17, 2022BecameLaw36000

    Became Public Law No: 117-210.

  3. Oct 17, 2022President

    Signed by President.

  4. Oct 17, 2022BecameLaw36000

    Signed by President.

  5. Oct 17, 2022Floor

    Presented to President.

  6. Oct 17, 2022President28000

    Presented to President.

  7. Sep 19, 2022FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  8. Sep 19, 2022FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 363 - 52 (Roll no. 439). (text: CR H7912)

  9. Sep 19, 2022Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 363 - 52 (Roll no. 439).(text: CR H7912)

  10. Sep 19, 2022FloorH30000

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7945-7946)

  11. Sep 19, 2022FloorH37220

    At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.

  12. Sep 19, 2022FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 3157.

  13. Sep 19, 2022FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7912-7914)

  14. Sep 19, 2022FloorH30300

    Mr. Scott (VA) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

  15. Jul 12, 2022FloorH15000

    Held at the desk.

  16. Jul 12, 2022FloorH14000

    Received in the House.

  17. Jul 11, 2022Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  18. Jun 23, 2022Floor

    Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S3148-3149)

  19. Jun 23, 2022Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S3148-3149)

  20. Jun 23, 2022Discharge

    Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3148-3149)

    Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
  21. Jun 23, 2022Committee14500

    Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent.

    Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
  22. Nov 3, 2021IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.

    Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
  23. Nov 3, 2021IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Public LawOct 17, 202249

Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act

This act requires the Department of Labor to submit to Congress a study on the factors affecting employment opportunities for certain individuals with professional credentials obtained in a non-U.S. country, specifically individuals who are lawfully present noncitizens or naturalized U.S. citizens. The study shall include policy recommendations for better enabling such individuals to obtain skill-appropriate employment in the United States.

Passed HouseSep 19, 202253

Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act

This bill requires the Department of Labor to submit to Congress a study on the factors affecting employment opportunities for certain individuals with professional credentials obtained in a non-U.S. country, specifically individuals who are lawfully present noncitizens or naturalized U.S. citizens. The study shall include policy recommendations for better enabling such individuals to obtain skill-appropriate employment in the United States.

Passed SenateJun 23, 202255

Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act

This bill requires the Department of Labor to submit to Congress a study on the factors affecting employment opportunities for certain individuals with professional credentials obtained in a non-U.S. country, specifically individuals who are lawfully present noncitizens or naturalized U.S. citizens. The study shall include policy recommendations for better enabling such individuals to obtain skill-appropriate employment in the United States.

Introduced in SenateNov 3, 2021

Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act

This bill requires the Department of Labor to submit to Congress a study on the factors affecting employment opportunities for certain individuals with professional credentials obtained in a non-U.S. country, specifically individuals who are lawfully present noncitizens or naturalized U.S. citizens. The study shall include policy recommendations for better enabling such individuals to obtain skill-appropriate employment in the United States.

Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act — Informed