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Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7780

Visa Requirements: Ending Visa Waivers for Chinese Nationals

One Nation, One Visa Policy Act

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Key Points

  • This bill, introduced by Rep. Tiffany, would require every citizen of the People's Republic of China to have a valid visa before entering the United States or its territories. It specifically targets programs that currently allow short-term travel without a visa to places like Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands.
  • The policy applies to all individuals with a Chinese passport, including those living in Hong Kong and Macau. Currently, some travelers from these areas can visit certain U.S. islands for business or tourism without a traditional visa; this bill would end those exceptions.
  • Supporters of the bill argue that requiring a visa for every traveler from China is a necessary step for national security. They believe it ensures that every person entering U.S. soil undergoes a full background check and screening by federal immigration officials.
  • The bill would also block the Department of Homeland Security from using any federal money to run travel programs that let Chinese nationals bypass the visa process. This would effectively shut down the Economic Vitality & Security Travel Authorization Program for these travelers.

Milestones

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Mar 3, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Mar 3, 2026

Introduced in House

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

One Nation, One Visa Policy Act

Bill NumberHR 7780
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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