Pennsylvania HB1281 establishes duties for certifying officials and agencies in processing U Nonimmigrant Visa certification form petitions.

Pennsylvania HB1281, known as the U Nonimmigrant Visa Act, outlines the duties of certifying officials and agencies in processing certification form petitions for U Nonimmigrant Visas. Certifying officials must respond to petitions, develop accessible protocols, maintain records, and authorize forms if the petitioner meets criteria. The act prohibits considering certain factors in authorization decisions and mandates confidentiality of immigration status. Certifying agencies must provide training, ensure language access, and release relevant reports.

Pennsylvania HB1281 establishes duties for certifying officials and agencies in processing U Nonimmigrant Visa certification form petitions.

Pennsylvania HB1281, known as the U Nonimmigrant Visa Act, outlines the duties of certifying officials and agencies in processing certification form petitions for U Nonimmigrant Visas. Certifying officials must respond to petitions, develop accessible protocols, maintain records, and authorize forms if the petitioner meets criteria. The act prohibits considering certain factors in authorization decisions and mandates confidentiality of immigration status. Certifying agencies must provide training, ensure language access, and release relevant reports.