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To exempt children of certain Filipino World War II veterans from the numerical limitations on immigrant visas, and for other purposes.
2/7/2025, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1053
Bill 119 HR 1053, also known as the "Filipino Veterans Family Reunification Act," aims to exempt children of certain Filipino World War II veterans from the numerical limitations on immigrant visas. This bill seeks to reunite families of Filipino veterans who fought alongside the United States during World War II by allowing their children to immigrate to the US without being subject to the current visa limitations.
The bill recognizes the sacrifices made by Filipino veterans during World War II and aims to honor their service by allowing their children to join them in the United States. This exemption from visa limitations would provide an opportunity for these families to be reunited and for the children of Filipino veterans to live with their parents in the US.
In addition to exempting children of Filipino World War II veterans from visa limitations, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to immigration. This bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a way to recognize the contributions of Filipino veterans and their families to the United States. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1053 seeks to address the unique circumstances of Filipino World War II veterans and their families by exempting their children from visa limitations and allowing for family reunification.
The bill recognizes the sacrifices made by Filipino veterans during World War II and aims to honor their service by allowing their children to join them in the United States. This exemption from visa limitations would provide an opportunity for these families to be reunited and for the children of Filipino veterans to live with their parents in the US.
In addition to exempting children of Filipino World War II veterans from visa limitations, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to immigration. This bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a way to recognize the contributions of Filipino veterans and their families to the United States. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1053 seeks to address the unique circumstances of Filipino World War II veterans and their families by exempting their children from visa limitations and allowing for family reunification.
Congressional Summary of HR 1053
Filipino Veterans Family Reunification Act of 2025
This bill exempts from immigrant visa limitations the children of certain individuals who were naturalized due to their military service during World War II. Specifically, this applies to the children of veterans who served honorably during World War II in the U.S. Armed Forces or in Filipino military units such as the Philippine Army, Philippine Scouts, or recognized guerilla units.
Current Status of Bill HR 1053
Bill HR 1053 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2025. Bill HR 1053 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 6, 2025.  Bill HR 1053's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 6, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1053
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
7Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1053
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1053
To exempt children of certain Filipino World War II veterans from the numerical limitations on immigrant visas, and for other purposes.
To exempt children of certain Filipino World War II veterans from the numerical limitations on immigrant visas, and for other purposes.
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