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HI HR55

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/5/2012

Primary Sponsor

Scott Nishimoto

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Urges the U.S. Department of State, Department of Homeland Security, and Attorney General to include Hong Kong in the United States Visa Waiver Program

  • Requests easing of visa restrictions for business and tourist travelers holding Hong Kong Special Administrative Region passports

  • Seeks to simplify the visa application and approval process for Hong Kong passport holders

  • Hawaii Tourism Authority testified in support of the measure's intent

  • Committees on International Affairs and Tourism recommend adoption of the resolution

Legislative Description

Urges Inclusion of Hong Kong in United States Visa Waiver Program

Last Action

(H) Resolution adopted in final form.

4/5/2012

Committee Referrals

International Affairs3/9/2012

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