To provide that the Proclamation entitled, "Restriction On Entry Of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" shall have no force or effect.

House Bill

H.R. 7859

119th Congress

To provide that the Proclamation entitled, "Restriction On Entry Of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" shall have no force or effect.

In Committee

Introduced:Mar 5, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Bonnie Watson Coleman

D - NJ

Cosponsors

0

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Summary

This bill would cancel a presidential proclamation that restricts certain foreign workers from entering the United States on temporary work visas. If passed, it would restore the ability of employers to hire international workers under various nonimmigrant visa programs that may have been limited by executive action.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Introduced3/5/2026

StatusReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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To provide that the Proclamation entitled, "Restriction On Entry Of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" shall have no force or effect.

This bill would cancel a presidential proclamation that restricts certain foreign workers from entering the United States on temporary work visas. If passed, it would restore the ability of employers to hire international workers under various nonimmigrant vis

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This bill would cancel a presidential proclamation that restricts certain foreign workers from entering the United States on temporary work visas. If passed, it would restore the ability of employers to hire international workers under various nonimmigrant visa programs that may have been limited by executive action.

Bill Number: 7859
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Status: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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Fact Sheet

Title: To provide that the Proclamation entitled, "Restriction On Entry Of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" shall have no force or effect.
Bill Number: 7859
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Summary: This bill would cancel a presidential proclamation that restricts certain foreign workers from entering the United States on temporary work visas. If passed, it would restore the ability of employers to hire international workers under various nonimmigrant visa programs that may have been limited by

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would cancel a presidential proclamation that restricts certain foreign workers from entering the United States on temporary work visas. If passed, it would restore the ability of employers to hire international workers under various nonimmigrant visa programs that may have been limited by executive action.

Last updated: 3/6/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Nullifies a presidential order restricting entry of certain temporary foreign workers into the United States
Would restore business access to international talent through nonimmigrant work visa programs
Represents a Congressional check on executive immigration authority, asserting legislative control over worker visa policies
Currently has no cosponsors and remains in early stages with no committee action beyond initial referral

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would primarily affect U.S. businesses that rely on temporary foreign workers, particularly in tech, healthcare, agriculture, and hospitality sectors. It would also impact foreign nationals seeking work opportunities in America through various visa categories. The legislation attempts to reverse executive branch restrictions and could increase the availability of international workers for American employers facing labor shortages.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7859, 119th Congress (2026). "To provide that the Proclamation entitled, "Restriction On Entry Of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" shall have no force or effect.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7859

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