Family Unity Act of 2021

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Explore the details of House Bill 6242 Family Unity Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 3:04 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6242

Bill 117 hr 6242, also known as the Family Unity Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting family unity and reunification for immigrant families. The bill seeks to address issues related to family separation and reunification, particularly in cases where family members have been separated due to immigration enforcement actions.

The Family Unity Act of 2021 includes provisions that would allow for the reunification of families who have been separated at the border or through other immigration enforcement actions. It also aims to provide support and resources for families who have been impacted by immigration enforcement, including access to legal representation and social services.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve the immigration system overall, such as increasing the number of visas available for family reunification and streamlining the process for family members to sponsor their loved ones for immigration to the United States. Overall, the Family Unity Act of 2021 is focused on promoting family unity and ensuring that immigrant families are able to stay together and access the support they need to thrive in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 6242

Family Unity Act of 2021

This bill modifies the scope of a statutory prohibition against the judicial review of claims involving the removal of a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law). Currently, a court is barred from reviewing any claim by a non-U.S. national arising from a decision by the Department of Justice (DOJ) to commence proceedings, adjudicate cases, or execute removal orders against a non-U.S. national. Under this bill, a court is only barred from reviewing a claim by a non-U.S. national challenging a discretionary decision by DOJ to take such actions.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6242

Bill HR 6242 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 9, 2021. Bill HR 6242 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on December 9, 2021. Bill HR 6242's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6242

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6242

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6242

Family Unity Act of 2021

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that limitations on the scope of judicial review of certain removal proceedings apply only in the case of discretionary determinations, and for other purposes.