Rep. Keith Self (R-TX-3) introduced H.R. 10896 to terminate the diversity immigrant visa program. The bill was referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Where
Federal
When
Oct. 22, 2026
Sources
From an official record
Taxes and money
None stated in sources.
Who's involved
Keith SelfU.S. Representative for Texas District 3
The facts
Rep. Keith Self introduced H.R. 10896 on October 22, 2026.1
H.R. 10896 proposes to terminate the diversity immigrant visa program.1
The bill was referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary on October 22, 2026.1
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