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Partner with Korea Act
12/27/2023, 2:36 PM
Summary of Bill S 1301
Bill 118 s 1301, also known as the Partner with Korea Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to strengthen the relationship between the United States and South Korea through various means of cooperation and partnership.
The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a United States-Korea Partnership Council. This council would be responsible for promoting economic, security, and cultural cooperation between the two countries. It would also work to enhance diplomatic relations and address shared challenges in the region.
Additionally, the bill calls for increased collaboration in the areas of trade and investment. It aims to expand market access for American businesses in South Korea and promote fair and reciprocal trade practices. The bill also emphasizes the importance of protecting intellectual property rights and ensuring a level playing field for American companies operating in South Korea. Furthermore, the bill highlights the importance of security cooperation between the United States and South Korea. It calls for continued military exercises and joint training exercises to enhance readiness and deterrence in the region. The bill also emphasizes the need for close coordination on issues such as North Korea's nuclear program and regional stability. Overall, the Partner with Korea Act seeks to strengthen the longstanding partnership between the United States and South Korea. By promoting cooperation in various areas, the bill aims to enhance the strategic relationship between the two countries and address shared challenges in the region.
The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a United States-Korea Partnership Council. This council would be responsible for promoting economic, security, and cultural cooperation between the two countries. It would also work to enhance diplomatic relations and address shared challenges in the region.
Additionally, the bill calls for increased collaboration in the areas of trade and investment. It aims to expand market access for American businesses in South Korea and promote fair and reciprocal trade practices. The bill also emphasizes the importance of protecting intellectual property rights and ensuring a level playing field for American companies operating in South Korea. Furthermore, the bill highlights the importance of security cooperation between the United States and South Korea. It calls for continued military exercises and joint training exercises to enhance readiness and deterrence in the region. The bill also emphasizes the need for close coordination on issues such as North Korea's nuclear program and regional stability. Overall, the Partner with Korea Act seeks to strengthen the longstanding partnership between the United States and South Korea. By promoting cooperation in various areas, the bill aims to enhance the strategic relationship between the two countries and address shared challenges in the region.
Congressional Summary of S 1301
Partner with Korea Act
This bill creates an E-4 nonimmigrant 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.)
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Current Status of Bill S 1301
Bill S 1301 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 26, 2023. Bill S 1301 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 26, 2023. Bill S 1301's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of April 26, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1301
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1301
Primary Policy Focus
ImmigrationAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1301
Partner with Korea Act
Partner with Korea Act
A bill to provide highly-skilled nonimmigrant visas for nationals of the Republic of Korea, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1301
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