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Immigration Fraud Prevention Act of 2009

111-hr1992 111th Congress House Died in Committee
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Immigration Fraud Prevention Act of 2009

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Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-11]
Sponsor
Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-11] (D), NY
Introduced
2009-04-21
Committees
Judiciary Committee
Subjects
Administrative remedies; Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation; Fraud offenses and financial crimes; Immigration status and procedures; Lawyers and legal services; Visas and passports
Latest Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Bill Activity

House
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

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    Committee Review

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    Floor Vote

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  4. 4
    Second Chamber

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  5. 5
    Resolve Differences

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    Sent to President

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