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To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to protect the well-being of soldiers and their families, and for other purposes. 5/8/2008--Introduced. States that any person who served honorably as a member of the U.S. Armed Forces (Armed Forces) in support of contingency operations shall be eligible for naturalization as if the person had served during a period of presidentially-designated military hostilities. Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to extend the period for filing a naturalization application after completion of eligible military service. Eliminates conditional permanent resident status for certain alien spouses (and sons or daughters) who are members or veterans of the Armed Forces. Sets forth factors to be considered in initiating removal proceedings against active duty members of the Armed Forces or veterans. Prohibits removal of an alien who is a member or veteran of the Armed Forces based upon: (1) illegal reentry; (2) [...]

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  • 10/03/2008 - Reported by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 110-912.
  • 10/03/2008 - Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 587.
  • 09/17/2008 - Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law Discharged.
  • 09/17/2008 - Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
  • 09/17/2008 - Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

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