HR 3737 · 99th Congress · Immigration
Immigration Marriage Fraud Amendments of 1986
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EnactedLatest: Became Public Law No: 99-639.(1986-11-10)
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Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to establish a three-year conditional permanent resident status for certain alien spouses and their sons and daughters. Subjects such aliens to exclusion if the Attorney General determines within such three-year period that: (1) the marriage was entered into to procure the alien's admission into the United States, or such marriage has been terminated; (2) consideration was paid to secure such marriage; or (3) the parties have not maintained a bona fide marital relationship. Establishes a criminal penalty for marriage fraud. Prohibits status adjustment during such conditional permanent resident period. Requires a couple to have previously met in person and speak a common language in order to receive a "K" (fiance) visa.…
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3 Republicans