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A bill to exempt children of certain Filipino World War II veterans from the numerical limitations on immigrant visas, and for other purposes.
2/13/2025, 11:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 461
Bill 119 s 461, 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 who have been separated due to immigration restrictions and honor the sacrifices made by Filipino veterans during World War II.
The bill specifically targets children of Filipino veterans who were naturalized as US citizens after serving in the US military during World War II. These children, who are currently facing long wait times and numerical limitations on immigrant visas, would be able to reunite with their families in the United States if this bill is passed.
In addition to exempting these children from visa limitations, the bill also includes provisions for the spouses and unmarried adult children of Filipino World War II veterans to be eligible for immigrant visas. This would further facilitate family reunification and honor the contributions of Filipino veterans to the United States. Overall, Bill 119 s 461 aims to rectify the injustices faced by Filipino World War II veterans and their families by exempting them from immigrant visa limitations and allowing them to reunite with their loved ones in the United States.
The bill specifically targets children of Filipino veterans who were naturalized as US citizens after serving in the US military during World War II. These children, who are currently facing long wait times and numerical limitations on immigrant visas, would be able to reunite with their families in the United States if this bill is passed.
In addition to exempting these children from visa limitations, the bill also includes provisions for the spouses and unmarried adult children of Filipino World War II veterans to be eligible for immigrant visas. This would further facilitate family reunification and honor the contributions of Filipino veterans to the United States. Overall, Bill 119 s 461 aims to rectify the injustices faced by Filipino World War II veterans and their families by exempting them from immigrant visa limitations and allowing them to reunite with their loved ones in the United States.
Congressional Summary of S 461
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 S 461
Bill S 461 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2025. Bill S 461 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 6, 2025. Bill S 461's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 6, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 461
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
11Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
1Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 461
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 461
A bill to exempt children of certain Filipino World War II veterans from the numerical limitations on immigrant visas, and for other purposes.
A bill 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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