To render certain military spouses eligible for adjustment of status.
The bill’s titles are written by its sponsor.
Sponsor and status
116th Congress (2019–2021)
Introduced on Jan 15, 2019
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on January 15, 2019. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Position statements
What legislators are saying
“Hispanic Caucus Endorses Soto Bill to Protect Military Spouses from Deportation”
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Rep. Darren Soto [D-FL9]
(Sponsor)
on Sep 17, 2020
“Torres Statement on Trump Administration Plan to Remove Deportation Protections for Families of Active Duty Troops”
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Rep. Norma Torres [D-CA35]
(Co-sponsor)
on Jun 30, 2019
“THIS WEEK IN CONGRESS - January 25, 2019”
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Rep. Gregorio Sablan [D-MP0]
(Co-sponsor)
on Jan 28, 2019
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Jan 15, 2019
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H.R. 557 is a bill in the United States Congress.
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