HR 4327 · 97th Congress · Immigration

Immigration and Nationality Act Amendments of 1981

Introduced 1981-07-29· Sponsored by Rep. Mazzoli, Romano L. [D-KY-3]· House

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Latest: Became Public Law No: 97-116.(1981-12-29)

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[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Immigration and Nationality Act Amendments of 1981 - Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to exclude from the definition of "immigrant" an alien (and accompanying spouse and children) having a foreign residence (with no intention of abandoning) coming to the United States temporarily to study full-time at a vocational or other nonacademic institution approved by the Attorney General. Provides that such vocational-nonacademic student category shall become effective six months after enactment of this Act. Redefines the definition of "child" to include: (1) a child adopted before the age of 16; and (2) an orphan under the age of 16. Excludes adultery from the determination of good moral character for the purposes of such Act. Limits the existing drug-related provision relating to good moral character to "trafficking in narcotics." Provides that aliens seeking admission within five years of the date of their deportation or removal shall be ineligible for admission in to the United States (presently no time limit on excludability). Eliminates certain reporting requirements imposed on the Attorney General regarding his discretionary waiver of excludability. Includes drug offenses a…

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Cosponsors (6)

3 Democrats3 Republicans