An act relating to remote meetings with the Department of Homeland Security
H 786 requires the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to offer remote meetings and hearings with Vermont residents applying for U.S. citizenship or visa authorization, upon the resident's request. This bill directly affects Vermont residents navigating immigration processes with DHS. The key provision mandates DHS to provide remote options for these meetings, eliminating the need for in-person attendance if requested by the applicant. The bill is procedural, focusing solely on meeting format changes without altering immigration eligibility or standards.
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Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 27, 2026
Last action Jan 27, 2026
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Jan 27, 2026
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Read first time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary
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Will Greer
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