HR 4743
CAP Act of 2025
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Bill overview
This bill, the Colleges for the American People Act of 2025, seeks to eliminate a specific provision within the Immigration and Nationality Act. Specifically, it repeals section 14(g)(5)(A), which currently limits the number of employees of institutions of higher education who can be issued employment-based immigrant visas. This change aims to broaden the availability of visas for international educators and scholars.
Key provisions
- Repeals section 14(g)(5)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
- Addresses employment-based immigrant visas.
- Specifically targets employees of institutions of higher education.
Who is affected
- International educators
- Institutions of higher education
- Immigrant visa applicants
Notable changes
- Reduces limitations on visas for higher education employees.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. R. 4743
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To repeal section 14(g)(5)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
This Act may be cited as the Colleges for the American People Act of 2025 CAP Act of 2025
or the
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Section 214(g)(5)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1184(g)(5)(A)) is repealed.