Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act

United States117th CongressS-3157Senate
Updated: Oct 17, 2022

Summary

Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act This act requires the Department of Labor to submit to Congress a study on the factors affecting employment opportunities for certain individuals with professional credentials obtained in a non-U.S. country, specifically individuals who are lawfully present noncitizens or naturalized U.S. citizens. The study shall include policy recommendations for better enabling such individuals to obtain skill-appropriate employment in the United States.

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HR-6715: Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

  1. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

    House of Representatives

  2. Became Public Law No: 117-210.

  3. Signed by President.

  4. Presented to President.

    House of Representatives