Bill · H.R. 3070· House(119-HR-3070)
Canadian Snowbird Act
- Introduced
- 4/29/2025
- Last activity
- 4/29/2025 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Laurel Lee
- Cosponsors
- - 19 - 6
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Canadian Snowbird Act," seeks to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act. It aims to allow Canadian retirees to enter the United States as long-term visitors for pleasure. To qualify, individuals must be at least 50 years old, citizens of Canada, and maintain a residence there. The bill also provides terms for spouses of these retirees. It includes specific limitations on employment and public assistance to qualify for admission.
Yes· 3 of 6
Would retired people be better off under this?+8
The act specifically targets Canadian citizens of at least 50 years of age to facilitate their long-term pleasure visits.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+7
The bill creates a new opportunity for individuals aged 50 and older to visit the United States for extended periods.
Would high-income households be better off under this?+5
The requirement to own or rent property in the U.S. implies this benefit is geared toward those with existing assets.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Spousal Inclusion: The bill allows the spouse of a qualifying Canadian retiree to be admitted under similar terms, provided they meet the age and citizenship requirements (Section s(1)(2)).
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Clarification of Residency: The bill specifies that maintaining a residence in the United States will not be used as evidence that the individual intends to abandon their residence in Canada (Section s(3)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Employment Restrictions: Qualifying individuals are prohibited from engaging in employment or labor for hire in the United States, unless that work is for a person or entity not based in the U.S. that employed them in Canada (Section s(1)(G)).
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Public Assistance Restrictions: Individuals are prohibited from seeking any form of assistance or benefit described in section 403(a) of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (Section s(1)(H)).
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Time Limitations: Admission is limited to a period not to exceed 240 days during any single 365-day period (Section s(4)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Retirees+8Good For Seniors+7Good For High Income Households+5Good For Immigrants+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Pathway To Citizenship+1
- 6/9/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/28/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/20/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/12/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/11/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/28/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/21/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/21/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/29/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/19/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/5/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/1/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/30/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/29/2025
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 12 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Mark AmodeiRepublican · Nevada
Gus BilirakisRepublican · Florida
Vern BuchananRepublican · Florida
Jack BergmanRepublican · Michigan
Aaron BeanRepublican · Florida
Becca BalintDemocrat · Vermont
Ken CalvertRepublican · California
Earl CarterRepublican · Georgia
Juan CiscomaniRepublican · Arizona
Steven HorsfordDemocrat · Nevada
Richard HudsonRepublican · North Carolina
Mike HaridopolosRepublican · Florida
Mike KellyRepublican · Pennsylvania
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Joseph MorelleDemocrat · New York
Mariannette Miller-MeeksRepublican · Iowa
Jimmy PatronisRepublican · Florida
John RutherfordRepublican · Florida
Maria SalazarRepublican · Florida
David SchweikertRepublican · Arizona
Elise StefanikRepublican · New York
Darren SotoDemocrat · Florida
Greg StantonDemocrat · Arizona
Claudia TenneyRepublican · New York
Debbie Wasserman SchultzDemocrat · Florida