S. 3821 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Creating Opportunities for Minor League Professionals, Entertainers, and Teams through Legal Entry Act of 2006
S. 3821 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006), the Creating Opportunities for Minor League Professionals, Entertainers, and Teams through Legal Entry Act of 2006, became law — introduced on Aug 3, 2006, sponsored by Susan M. Collins with 5 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Aug 3, 2006
- Co-sponsors
- 5
- Policy area
- Immigration
- Public law
- Public Law 109-463
What it does
Creating Opportunities for Minor League Professionals, Entertainers, and Teams through Legal Entry Act of 2006 or the COMPETE Act of 2006 - Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) to enlarge the scope of P-1 (athletes and entertainers) nonimmigrant visas to include: (1) a professional athlete; (2) a person who performs as an athlete, coach, or part of a team that is located in the United States and is a member of cert…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Official title
COMPETE Act of 2006
Sponsor
Susan M. Collins (R-ME). Co-sponsors: 4 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedAug 3, 2006
- Passed the SenateDec 6, 2006
- Passed the HouseDec 9, 2006
- Sent to the PresidentDec 20, 2006
- Became lawDec 22, 2006
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 109-463. (Dec 22, 2006)
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- H.R. 98: Illegal Immigration Enforcement and Social Security Protection Act of 2005
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- H.R. 793: Save Our Small and Seasonal Businesses Act
Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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