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HI HCR130
Concurrent Resolution
Status
4/12/2012
Primary Sponsor
Roy Takumi
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AI Summary
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Urges the United States Congress to propose and support including the Philippines in the Visa Improvements to Stimulate International Tourism to the United States of America Act (VISIT USA Act).
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The VISIT USA Act currently establishes a five-year multiple entry visa for specified countries but does not include the Philippines.
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Including the Philippines in the VISIT USA Act would strengthen economic, educational, cultural, and other ties between the Philippines and the United States.
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Hawaii Tourism Authority testified in support of the measure.
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Committees on International Affairs and Tourism recommend adoption of the resolution.
Legislative Description
VISIT USA Act; Philippines
Last Action
(S) Referred to PGM/TIA/TSM.
4/13/2012