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Texas congressman introduces bill to terminate diversity immigrant visa program

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.

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When
Oct. 22, 2026
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  • Keith SelfU.S. Representative for Texas District 3

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  • 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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  1. Rep. Keith Self (R-TX-3) introduces H.R. 10896: To terminate the diversity immigrant visa program. Congress.gov , official record, October 22, 2026

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