Bill · H.R. 10149· House(119-HR-10149)
For the relief of Maria Cordova.
- Introduced
- 8/24/2026
- Last activity
- 8/24/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Juan Vargas
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is specifically designed for the relief of Maria Cordova. It makes her eligible for an immigrant visa or adjustment of status to become a lawful permanent resident. The legislation instructs that she cannot be removed or denied admission based on grounds currently in official records. It also directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to rescind any existing removal or deportation orders against her. To qualify, she must file her application and pay the required fees within two years of the act's enactment.
Yes
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?+10
The bill provides a specific pathway for Maria Cordova to achieve lawful permanent resident status.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+5
The bill provides relief for one specific immigrant but reduces visa availability for others from her country.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Legal Status for Maria Cordova: Under Section 1(a), Maria Cordova is made eligible for an immigrant visa or adjustment of status to become a lawful permanent resident. This provides a direct path to legal residency.
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Protection from Removal: Per Section 1(c)(1), Maria Cordova may not be removed from, denied admission to, or considered ineligible for lawful permanent residence due to grounds reflected in Department of Homeland Security or Department of State records.
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Rescission of Previous Orders: According to Section 1(c)(2), the Secretary of Homeland Security must rescind any outstanding orders of removal, deportation, or findings of inadmissibility or deportability against her based on the specified grounds.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Reduction in Visa Availability: Under Section 1(e), once Maria Cordova is granted her visa or permanent residence, the total number of immigrant visas available to natives of her country of birth will be reduced by one during the current or next following fiscal year.
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No Benefits for Relatives: According to Section 1(f), the natural parents, brothers, and sisters of Maria Cordova are not granted any right, privilege, or status under the Immigration and Nationality Act based on their relationship to her.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Pathway To Citizenship+10
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants+5
- 8/24/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Introduced in House