H.R.4696

Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929

Introduced·7/23/25

Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to extend benefits to long-term U.S. residents.

The bill amends section 249 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to make benefits available to long-term residents of the United States. It changes the eligibility criteria from those who entered the U.S. before January 1, 1972, to those who have been in the U.S. for at least seven years before applying. The changes will take effect 60 days after the bill's enactment.

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Judiciary Committee
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Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jul 23, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Jul 23, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.