HR 8013 United States House · 119th Congress

Keep Innovators in America Act

This bill, known as the Keep Innovators in America Act, modifies immigration rules for international students in the United States. It allows students on F-1 visas to work in their field of study after completing their degree requirements, provided the Department of Homeland Security approves the terms. The legislation also permits these students to maintain their student status while their family petitions for permanent residency are pending or approved. These changes aim to extend work opportunities for international graduates without altering their primary student visa classification.
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Introduced Mar 19, 2026 Last action Mar 19, 2026
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Mar 19, 2026
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Mar 19, 2026
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