119th Congress · House bill · Last action Oct 1, 2026
H.R. 10715In Committee
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to permit certain nonimmigrant aliens to renew their visas from within the United States, and for other purposes.
Sponsor: Rep. Subramanyam, Suhas (D-VA)5 cosponsorsIntroduced Oct 1, 2026
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In plain English
H.R. 10715, introduced by Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA), allows certain nonimmigrant visa holders to renew their visas while remaining in the United States instead than requiring them to leave the country and apply abroad. The bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to expand this in-country renewal process for eligible visa categories. The legislation has 5 cosponsors, including one Republican.
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HOUSEReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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