H.R. 3259 · 101st Congress · 1989–1990
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for adjustment of status, without regard to numerical limitations, for certain H-1 nonimmigrant nurses and to establish conditions for the admission, during a 5-year period, of nurses as temporary workers.
H.R. 3259 in the 101st Congress (1989–1990) became law — introduced on Sep 13, 1989, sponsored by Charles E. Schumer.
During the 101st Congress (1989–1990), George H. W. Bush was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Sep 13, 1989
- Policy area
- Immigration
- Public law
- Public Law 101-238
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 13, 1989
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawDec 18, 1989
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