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Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act
12/30/2022, 4:18 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6715
Bill 117 HR 6715, also known as the Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act, aims to provide support and resources for immigrants and refugees in the United States. The bill focuses on helping new Americans integrate into society and achieve economic success.
Key provisions of the bill include funding for English language classes, job training programs, and assistance with navigating the immigration system. The bill also seeks to improve access to healthcare and social services for immigrants and refugees.
Additionally, the Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act includes measures to address discrimination and promote diversity and inclusion in communities across the country. The bill emphasizes the importance of welcoming and supporting immigrants as they contribute to the cultural and economic fabric of the United States. Overall, the Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act aims to provide a comprehensive support system for immigrants and refugees, helping them to successfully integrate into American society and achieve their full potential.
Key provisions of the bill include funding for English language classes, job training programs, and assistance with navigating the immigration system. The bill also seeks to improve access to healthcare and social services for immigrants and refugees.
Additionally, the Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act includes measures to address discrimination and promote diversity and inclusion in communities across the country. The bill emphasizes the importance of welcoming and supporting immigrants as they contribute to the cultural and economic fabric of the United States. Overall, the Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act aims to provide a comprehensive support system for immigrants and refugees, helping them to successfully integrate into American society and achieve their full potential.
Congressional Summary of HR 6715
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.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6715
Bill HR 6715 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 11, 2022. Bill HR 6715 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 11, 2022. Bill HR 6715's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of February 11, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6715
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
20Democrat Cosponsors
12Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6715
Primary Policy Focus
ImmigrationPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional oversight
- Foreign labor
- Government information and archives
- Government studies and investigations
- Labor market
- Wages and earnings
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6715
Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act
Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act
To require the Secretary of Labor to conduct a study of the factors affecting employment opportunities for immigrants and refugees with professional credentials obtained in foreign countries.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6715
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