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Partner with Korea Act

12/21/2023, 2:00 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2827

Bill 118 hr 2827, also known as the Partner with Korea Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to strengthen the partnership between the United States and South Korea in various areas such as trade, security, and cultural exchange.

One of the key provisions of the bill is to enhance economic cooperation between the two countries by promoting trade and investment. This includes measures to reduce barriers to trade, improve market access, and increase opportunities for American businesses in South Korea.

The bill also aims to strengthen security cooperation between the US and South Korea, particularly in the face of growing threats from North Korea. This includes provisions to enhance military cooperation, intelligence sharing, and joint exercises between the two countries. In addition, the Partner with Korea Act seeks to promote cultural exchange and people-to-people ties between the US and South Korea. This includes initiatives to increase educational and cultural exchanges, promote tourism, and enhance understanding between the two countries. Overall, the Partner with Korea Act is aimed at deepening the partnership between the United States and South Korea in order to promote mutual interests and values. It is seen as a positive step towards strengthening the relationship between the two countries and promoting peace and stability in the region.

Congressional Summary of HR 2827

Partner with Korea Act

This bill creates an E-4 treaty trader visa category for up to 15,000 nationals of South Korea each fiscal year who are coming to the United States solely to perform specialty occupation services, subject to various requirements. The 15,000 limit shall only apply to principal recipients of such visas and not their accompanying spouses or children.

(A specialty occupation is one that requires the theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge and a bachelor's degree or higher.)

Current Status of Bill HR 2827

Bill HR 2827 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 25, 2023. Bill HR 2827 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 25, 2023.  Bill HR 2827's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of April 25, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2827

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
50
Democrat Cosponsors
40
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2827

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2827

Partner with Korea Act
Partner with Korea Act
To provide high-skilled visas for nationals of the Republic of Korea, and for other purposes.

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