H.R. 7359: Somalia Immigration Moratorium Act

This bill, known as the Somalia Immigration Moratorium Act, aims to amend existing immigration laws in the United States to impose a moratorium on immigration relief for citizens and nationals of Somalia. Below are the key components of the bill:

Short Title

The bill may be referred to as the "Somalia Immigration Moratorium Act."

Findings and Purpose

• The bill states that it is the purpose of the U.S. Government to ensure the safety and well-being of its citizens.
• It asserts the government's right to admit or deny entry to foreign individuals.
• The primary objective of the bill is to establish a moratorium on immigration for citizens and nationals of Somalia.

Prohibition on Immigration Relief

• The bill modifies Section 212 of the Immigration and Nationality Act by prohibiting the issuance of visas or immigration status to nationals of Somalia for 25 years after the bill's enactment date.
• However, there are specific exceptions:
  • Individuals who were lawfully admitted to the United States before the enactment of the act.
  • Lawful permanent residents of the United States.
  • Individuals traveling under valid nonimmigrant visas in specified classifications (e.g., diplomatic visas, official visas).
• The determination of these exceptions would be made by the Secretary of State in coordination with the Secretary of Homeland Security.

Ineligibility for Relief

The bill also specifies that any alien who is a citizen or national of Somalia would be ineligible for certain forms of immigration relief under Section 241(b)(3) of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Severability

If any part of the bill or its application is found to be unconstitutional, the remaining provisions would still stand and be unaffected.

Relevant Companies

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