What is the current status of HR 1837?

HR 1837 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 1837?

HR 1837 was sponsored by Robert Onder (R), Rep.

Visa Bond and Penalty Bill

IntroducedMarch 4, 2025

Introduced1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Why This Matters

This bill aims to ensure that nonimmigrants leave the U.S. on time by requiring a financial bond and imposing penalties for overstaying. It affects how nonimmigrants can seek asylum and their future immigration options.

If you are a nonimmigrant, you may need to pay a large bond and face penalties if you overstay your visa.

Who this affects

Nonimmigrants · Asylum seekers

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires nonimmigrants to pay a bond between $5,000 and $50,000 when entering the U.S.
2If a nonimmigrant does not leave the U.S. on time, they lose their bond without appeal.
3Those who lose their bond will be removed from the U.S. and cannot apply for immigration status for up to 12 years.
4Nonimmigrants must apply for asylum before their stay ends, or they cannot apply later.
5The bill creates a fund to support immigration detention and removal processes.

Last changed 25 days ago · checked hourly

Visa Bond and Penalty Bill

IntroducedMarch 4, 2025

Introduced1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Why This Matters

If you are a nonimmigrant, you may need to pay a large bond and face penalties if you overstay your visa.

Who this affects

Nonimmigrants · Asylum seekers

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires nonimmigrants to pay a bond between $5,000 and $50,000 when entering the U.S.
2If a nonimmigrant does not leave the U.S. on time, they lose their bond without appeal.
3Those who lose their bond will be removed from the U.S. and cannot apply for immigration status for up to 12 years.
4Nonimmigrants must apply for asylum before their stay ends, or they cannot apply later.
5The bill creates a fund to support immigration detention and removal processes.

Last changed 25 days ago · checked hourly