Historic Immigration Act Amendment Featured on GovInfo.gov
Washington D.C. – A significant piece of legislative history, “H. Rept. 77-794 – Amending section 24 of the Immigration Act of February 5, 1917 (Title 8, Sec. 109, U.S.C. annotated),” has been made accessible on GovInfo.gov, the official repository for United States government publications. The document, detailing an amendment to a pivotal immigration law, was published on August 23, 2025, at 01:54.
This report, dated June 19, 1941, sheds light on a proposed amendment to Section 24 of the Immigration Act of 1917. This act, a foundational piece of U.S. immigration law, has shaped the nation’s approach to immigration for decades. The specific amendment addressed in this report concerns what was then codified in Title 8, Section 109 of the U.S. Code Annotated.
The document indicates that this legislative proposal was “Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printed.” This procedural step signifies the bill’s progression through the legislative process in the House of Representatives, highlighting its consideration by the full body of the House, a critical stage for any proposed law.
The publication of this historical report on GovInfo.gov provides valuable insight for researchers, historians, legal scholars, and the general public interested in the evolution of U.S. immigration policy. It offers a direct look at the legislative discussions and intent behind amendments to foundational immigration statutes during a pivotal period in American history. Access to such documents on GovInfo.gov ensures that these important historical records are readily available, fostering transparency and facilitating a deeper understanding of the laws that continue to shape our nation.
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