Immigrant Assistance, Office of; created. (HB1174)
Introduced By
Del. Scott Lingamfelter (R-Woodbridge) with support from 9 copatrons, whose average partisan position is:
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Description
Office of Immigrant Assistance; created. Establishes in the Department of Social Services an Office of Immigrant Assistance, to assist persons lawfully entering the United States and the Commonwealth for the purpose of becoming citizens. The Office shall provide (i) advice and assistance regarding the citizenship application process, and (ii) assistance with finding and securing employment, housing, and services for which such persons may be eligible. Amends § 63.2-214.1 (“Marriage and family programs; funding.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »

