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S 3143119th CongressIn Committee

HOPE Act

Introduced: Nov 6, 2025
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL] (D-Illinois)
Standard Summary
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The HOPE Act allows certain alien veterans to be paroled into the U.S. to receive VA health care, with restrictions for criminal history and national security concerns.

Key Points

  • 1Authorizes parole for veterans seeking VA health care
  • 2Applies to veterans outside U.S. due to removal or voluntary departure
  • 3Excludes individuals with serious criminal convictions
  • 4Requires case-by-case discretionary approval
  • 5Parole is temporary and not considered admission

Impact Areas

Alien veteransVeterans Affairs health care systemImmigration enforcementVeterans benefits access
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