H.R.3666 - To For the relief of Luana S. Cordeiro. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 3666 is a bill introduced in the House of Representatives seeking to provide relief for Luana S. Cordeiro by granting her permanent resident status in the United States. The bill waives certain grounds for removal or denial of admission and provides a pathway for adjustment of status. It also addresses budgetary effects and denies preferential immigration treatment for certain relatives.
Expected Effects
If enacted, this bill would allow Luana S. Cordeiro to become a lawful permanent resident of the United States, overriding standard immigration procedures. It would also require the Secretary of State to reduce the number of available immigrant visas by one. The bill also specifies that the budgetary effects will be determined by reference to a statement submitted by the Chairman of the House Budget Committee.
Potential Benefits
- Provides an individual with the opportunity to become a permanent resident.
- Potentially reunites an individual with family and community in the US.
- Addresses a specific case that may warrant special consideration.
- Could be seen as an act of compassion and humanitarian relief.
- May contribute to the diversity of the US population.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Sets a precedent for individual immigration relief, potentially leading to similar requests.
- Could be perceived as unfair to others seeking immigration through standard channels.
- Reduces the number of available immigrant visas for others.
- May strain government resources in processing the application.
- Could be seen as circumventing established immigration laws and procedures.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the broad powers granted to Congress regarding immigration and naturalization, as outlined in Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution. However, the singling out of an individual for special treatment could raise concerns about equal protection under the law, although immigration laws often contain specific provisions and exceptions. The bill's provision regarding budgetary effects also aligns with Congress's power to manage the nation's finances.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).