H.R. 6190 (109th): Immigration Relief and Protection Act of 2006

Introduced:
Sep 26, 2006 (109th Congress, 2005–2006)
Sponsor:
Rep. Major Owens [D-NY11]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This bill was introduced on September 26, 2006, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Sep 26, 2006
Cosponsors
none
Committees

House Judiciary

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Full Title

To reduce the number of innocent victims of immigration fraud by making certain immigration consultant practices criminal offenses.

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Last updated Sep 26, 2006.
13 pages

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9/26/2006--Introduced.
Immigration Relief and Protection Act of 2006 - Makes specified immigration-related acts (including advertisements) of immigration consultants unlawful. Establishes criminal and civil penalties for such violations. Directs the Attorney General to establish specified district task forces to enforce such provisions. Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish related outreach programs, including a toll-free hotline. Provides for confidentiality of related information and criminal penalties for violations of such confidentiality.

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