HR 8013
Keep Innovators in America Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 4:02 AM
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Bill overview
The Keep Innovators in America Act aims to permanently establish the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program within U.S. immigration law. OPT allows students who have recently earned U.S. degrees to gain work experience in their field of study, which can be crucial for securing permanent residency. This bill clarifies and strengthens the program by ensuring that OPT authorization is tied to a related field of study and allows students to maintain student status while participating. It seeks to retain talented graduates in the United States and contribute to the innovation economy.
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