Prioritizing American Talent Act
The Prioritizing American Talent Act prevents the Department of Homeland Security from using funds to process work permits for foreign students and special immigrants unless Congress explicitly authorizes their employment. This restriction applies specifically to individuals classified under sections 101(a)(15)(F) and (M) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, effectively halting the approval of their employment authorization applications. Additionally, the bill requires the rescission of any unspent fees collected for processing these specific applications that are not backed by congressional authorization. The Department of Homeland Security must determine and withdraw these funds within 30 days of the law's enactment.
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Jun 2026
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Introduced Jun 18, 2026
Last action Jun 18, 2026
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Jun 18, 2026
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Jun 18, 2026
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