H.R. 7339: For the relief of Dr. Yue-Cheng Yang.

This bill, titled "For the relief of Dr. Yue-Cheng Yang," proposes specific changes to the immigration status of Dr. Yue-Cheng Yang, allowing him to obtain lawful permanent residence in the United States despite certain restrictions typically imposed by the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Key Provisions

Permanent Resident Status

The bill enables Dr. Yue-Cheng Yang to apply for an immigrant visa or adjust his status to that of a lawful permanent resident. This applies even if he does not meet certain standard requirements outlined in the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Adjustment of Status

Should Dr. Yang enter the United States before a specified filing deadline, he will be regarded as having legally entered and will be eligible to adjust his status to that of a lawful permanent resident as of the effective date of this bill.

Waiver of Grounds for Removal or Denial of Admission

Under this bill, Dr. Yang cannot be removed from the United States, denied admission, or deemed ineligible for permanent residence due to any reasons reflected in the Department of Homeland Security or the Department of State records as of the enactment date of this bill. Furthermore, any outstanding deportation or removal orders against him will be rescinded.

Application and Payment of Fees

The provisions for issuance of immigrant visas or adjustment of status are contingent upon Dr. Yang filing the appropriate applications and paying the relevant fees within two years of the bill's enactment.

Reduction of Immigrant Visa Numbers

Upon Dr. Yang being granted an immigrant visa or permanent residency, the Secretary of State will be required to reduce the number of immigrant visas available to natives of his birth country by one during the current or next fiscal year.

Relevant Companies

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