A Democratic bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is called the "Reducing Visa Delays Act". It requires the Secretary of State to give a report to Congress about embassy staffing levels and visa wait times. The report must look at staffing adequacy, necessary technology, and the effects of social media vetting policies. The Secretary must also publish monthly wait time information online along with a justification. Finally, the bill requires a strategic plan to increase staffing and find solutions to reduce delays.
Yes· 3 of 5
- Scored +5
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The legislation requires the Secretary of State to publish monthly visa wait time information and justifications on a publicly accessible website.
- Scored +4
Would immigrants be better off under this?
By addressing embassy staffing levels and aiming to reduce visa appointment wait times and processing delays, the bill benefits individuals navigating the visa application process.
- Scored +3
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?
The bill requires reports and strategic plans to reduce visa processing wait times and staffing delays, which could make the legal immigration process more efficient.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 2(b) requires the Secretary of State to publish monthly wait time information and justifications on a public website, which helps keep officials accountable and lets people know what to expect.
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Section 2(c) requires a strategic plan to increase staffing and find solutions to reduce visa wait times and processing delays, which could make the visa process faster and more efficient for individuals.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The legislation requires the Secretary of State to publish monthly visa wait time information and justifications on a publicly accessible website. Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill directs the Secretary of State to submit reports, publish wait times, and develop strategic plans regarding embassy operations.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would immigrants be better off under this? — By addressing embassy staffing levels and aiming to reduce visa appointment wait times and processing delays, the bill benefits individuals navigating the visa application process.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? — The bill requires reports and strategic plans to reduce visa processing wait times and staffing delays, which could make the legal immigration process more efficient.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — The bill mandates transparency and strategic planning for consular staffing and visa wait times, improving administrative engagement with foreign nationals seeking entry.
- 10/1/2026
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Introduced in House