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Restoring Northern Border Travel Act

12/31/2022, 4:59 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4105

Bill 117 HR 4105, also known as the Restoring Northern Border Travel Act, aims to address issues related to travel restrictions at the northern border of the United States. The bill seeks to restore the ability for individuals to travel freely between the US and Canada by amending certain provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Specifically, the bill proposes to allow for the issuance of nonimmigrant visas to Canadian citizens who are seeking to enter the US for temporary purposes, such as tourism, business, or visiting family. This would streamline the visa application process for Canadians and facilitate easier travel between the two countries.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for enhanced security measures at the northern border, such as increased screening of individuals entering the US from Canada. These measures are intended to ensure the safety and security of both countries while still allowing for the free flow of legitimate travel and commerce. Overall, the Restoring Northern Border Travel Act seeks to strike a balance between security concerns and the need for efficient and convenient travel between the US and Canada. It aims to strengthen the relationship between the two countries while maintaining the safety and security of both nations.

Congressional Summary of HR 4105

Restoring Northern Border Travel Act

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to expand the list of permitted essential travel into the United States through land ports of entry along the U.S.-Canada border.

Specifically, it shall be permitted essential travel to enter the United States through the U.S.-Canada land border to (1) visit a family member who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, (2) visit property that the traveler owns or leases, (3) attend business meetings or site visits, or (4) board a flight for travel.

Within 20 days of this bill's enactment, DHS must report to Congress a plan to fully restore nonessential travel into the United States through this land border. 

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Current Status of Bill HR 4105

Bill HR 4105 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 23, 2021. Bill HR 4105 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 23, 2021.  Bill HR 4105's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4105

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4105

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Potential Impact Areas

- Aviation and airports
- Border security and unlawful immigration
- Canada
- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Congressional oversight
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Infectious and parasitic diseases
- Marine and inland water transportation
- Travel and tourism

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4105

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to expand the list of categories of essential travel into the United States at land ports of entry along the United States-Canada border, and for other purposes.
Restoring Northern Border Travel Act
Restoring Northern Border Travel Act

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4105

Elise M. Stefanik
Elise M. Stefanik
New YorkRepublican
Tim Walberg
Tim Walberg
MichiganRepublican
Glenn Grothman
Glenn Grothman
WisconsinRepublican
Michelle Fischbach
Michelle Fischbach
MinnesotaRepublican
Jack Bergman
Jack Bergman
MichiganRepublican

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