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Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act
3/14/2024, 4:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1787
Bill 118 hr 1787, also known as the Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting and supporting the carnival industry in the United States. The bill seeks to recognize carnivals as a form of legitimate entertainment and cultural expression, and to provide resources and protections for carnival operators and workers.
The Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act includes provisions for funding grants and loans to support the development and maintenance of carnival infrastructure, such as rides, games, and concessions. It also establishes guidelines for safety and security measures at carnivals, including background checks for employees and regular inspections of equipment.
Additionally, the bill aims to address labor issues within the carnival industry by setting minimum wage standards for carnival workers and ensuring fair treatment and working conditions. It also includes provisions for promoting diversity and inclusion within the industry, such as encouraging the hiring of women and minority workers. Overall, the Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act seeks to elevate the status of carnivals as a legitimate and valuable form of entertainment, while also addressing important issues related to safety, labor rights, and diversity within the industry.
The Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act includes provisions for funding grants and loans to support the development and maintenance of carnival infrastructure, such as rides, games, and concessions. It also establishes guidelines for safety and security measures at carnivals, including background checks for employees and regular inspections of equipment.
Additionally, the bill aims to address labor issues within the carnival industry by setting minimum wage standards for carnival workers and ensuring fair treatment and working conditions. It also includes provisions for promoting diversity and inclusion within the industry, such as encouraging the hiring of women and minority workers. Overall, the Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act seeks to elevate the status of carnivals as a legitimate and valuable form of entertainment, while also addressing important issues related to safety, labor rights, and diversity within the industry.
Congressional Summary of HR 1787
Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act
This bill makes certain workers with a traveling carnival or circus eligible for P visas (nonimmigrant visas for athletes, artists, and entertainers).
Such visas shall be available for workers who perform functions that are integral and essential to the carnival or circus, such as transporting and assembling relevant structures and equipment.
Such visas shall only be available for a position if (1) there are not sufficient U.S. workers available, and (2) employing a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) will not affect the wages and working conditions of similarly employed U.S. workers.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1787
Bill HR 1787 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2023. Bill HR 1787 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 24, 2023. Bill HR 1787's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 24, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1787
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
30Democrat Cosponsors
14Republican Cosponsors
16Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1787
Primary Policy Focus
ImmigrationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1787
Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act
Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide nonimmigrant status to mobile entertainment workers, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1787
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