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Rules Committee rejects two‑year extension of Afghan SIV program
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Summary
Representative Scanlon’s motion to make in order an amendment to extend the Afghan Special Immigrant Visa program through Dec. 31, 2027, was considered and ultimately not agreed to by the Rules Committee.
Representative Scanlon moved to make in order an amendment to authorize a two‑year extension of the Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) program through Dec. 31, 2027, arguing that Congress has an obligation to stand by Afghan allies who supported U.S. troops. Supporters described detained Afghans with SIV ties and urged that the program be extended to avoid further harm to individuals who assisted U.S. forces.
Opponents raised broader objections, criticizing earlier administration conduct during withdrawal from Afghanistan and arguing the subject belongs in broader immigration debate. After debate and a recorded vote at the member’s request, the committee did not agree to make the Scanlon amendment in order under the rule.
Because the motion was not agreed to, the two‑year extension of the Afghan SIV program was not made an amendment in order for floor consideration as part of the reported rule for H.R. 3838.
