119th Congress · House bill · Last action Apr 22, 2026
H.R. 8443In CommitteeImmigration
Republicans propose stricter requirements for H-1B visa sponsorships
Sponsor: Rep. Crane, Elijah (R-AZ)12 cosponsorsIntroduced Apr 22, 2026
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All 12 cosponsors
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Republicans (12)
Gosar, Paul A.AZ-09
Hunt, WesleyTX-38
Self, KeithTX-03
Ogles, AndrewTN-05
McClintock, TomCA-05
Babin, BrianTX-36
Gill, BrandonTX-26
Moore, BarryAL-01
Roy, ChipTX-21
Harris, MarkNC-08
Harshbarger, DianaTN-01
Moore, Riley M.WV-02
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