HR 2182 · 104th Congress · Immigration

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act with respect to treatment of aliens who claim asylum after passing through a third country which could provide asylum.

Introduced 1995-08-03· Sponsored by Rep. Franks, Bob [R-NJ-7]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims.(1995-10-02)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to prohibit, with exceptions, an asylum claim made in the United States by an alien who has passed through a third country offering asylum or safe haven for refugees. Directs the Secretary of State to enter into negotiations with certain refugee signatory countries to limit asylum requests.…

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Cosponsors (15)

2 Democrats12 Republicans1 Independent