hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Repeals the U visa program for immigrant crime victims.
Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) and cosponsors.
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary Committee.
The bill would eliminate the U visa, which currently allows certain immigrant victims of crime who cooperate with law enforcement to get a visa, work permit, and path to citizenship. Sponsor Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) is a member of the Judiciary Committee. The bill has been referred to that committee for markup; no hearing has been scheduled yet.
Introduced Apr 30, 2026
This bill is under review by a committee. The committee holds hearings, gathers testimony from experts and stakeholders, and may propose amendments. If the committee votes to advance it, the bill moves to the full chamber for debate and a vote.
Over 400,000 pending U visa applications would be voided, potentially affecting individuals who have already received work authorization while on the waitlist. Current U visa holders would also lose their status, possibly leading to deportation. The bill does not include any transition provisions for existing beneficiaries. As a result, police may find it harder to get cooperation from undocumented victims of serious crimes like domestic violence or trafficking.
Supporters Say
Supporters say the U visa program is rife with fraud and rewards illegal immigration, undermining law enforcement integrity.
Critics Say
Critics argue the repeal would discourage undocumented crime victims from reporting crimes, making communities less safe.
Supporters point to multiple indictments for staged crimes and forged certifications, arguing the program is exploited and fails to track crimes solved. Critics contend that the program has successfully helped many genuine victims cooperate with police, and that fraud cases represent a small fraction of applicants. They also note that alternative visas like the S visa are rarely used and less accessible.