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Eliminating Backlogs Act of 2023
6/28/2024, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1535
Bill 118 hr 1535, also known as the Eliminating Backlogs Act of 2023, aims to address the issue of backlogs in various government agencies. The bill focuses on streamlining processes and increasing efficiency to reduce delays in services provided to the public.
One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of clear timelines for processing applications and requests. This will help ensure that individuals and businesses receive timely responses from government agencies. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for hiring additional staff and implementing new technologies to help expedite the processing of applications.
Another important component of the Eliminating Backlogs Act is the requirement for regular reporting on the status of backlogs and progress made in reducing them. This transparency will help hold government agencies accountable for their performance and ensure that they are actively working to address backlogs. Overall, the Eliminating Backlogs Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of government agencies in order to better serve the American people. By implementing clear timelines, increasing resources, and promoting transparency, the bill seeks to eliminate backlogs and ensure that individuals and businesses receive the services they need in a timely manner.
One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of clear timelines for processing applications and requests. This will help ensure that individuals and businesses receive timely responses from government agencies. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for hiring additional staff and implementing new technologies to help expedite the processing of applications.
Another important component of the Eliminating Backlogs Act is the requirement for regular reporting on the status of backlogs and progress made in reducing them. This transparency will help hold government agencies accountable for their performance and ensure that they are actively working to address backlogs. Overall, the Eliminating Backlogs Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of government agencies in order to better serve the American people. By implementing clear timelines, increasing resources, and promoting transparency, the bill seeks to eliminate backlogs and ensure that individuals and businesses receive the services they need in a timely manner.
Congressional Summary of HR 1535
Eliminating Backlogs Act of 2023
This bill increases the number of employment-based immigration visas available.
The total number of additional visas made available under this bill shall be based on a formula relating to certain types of visas issued from FY1992-FY2021. These visas shall be available in FY2024 and in subsequent fiscal years until they are used.
Furthermore, the yearly cap on the number of employment-based immigration visas that are made available to a single country shall not apply to the visas made available under this bill. (Generally, individuals from a single country may only receive up to 7% of such visas made available in a fiscal year.)
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Current Status of Bill HR 1535
Bill HR 1535 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 10, 2023. Bill HR 1535 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 10, 2023. Bill HR 1535's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 10, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1535
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
26Democrat Cosponsors
18Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1535
Primary Policy Focus
ImmigrationPotential Impact Areas
- Foreign labor
- Immigration status and procedures
- Visas and passports
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1535
Eliminating Backlogs Act of 2023
Eliminating Backlogs Act of 2023
To preserve expiring employment-based visas, and make them available for issuance during fiscal year 2024.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1535
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