HR 5466
Prevention of Anti-Immigrant Violence Act of 2019
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Bill overview
The Prevention of Anti-Immigrant Violence Act of 2019 aims to protect victims of hate crimes, particularly non-citizens, and address the rise in anti-immigrant violence. It expands eligibility for U visas to include victims of hate crimes, increases the annual visa cap, and prohibits the removal of non-citizens with pending immigration applications. The bill also provides grants to support law enforcement and victim services in identifying and protecting victims of such violence, and establishes training programs for law enforcement officials.
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Alcee L. Hastings
Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
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