Filipino Veterans Family Reunification Act of 2025

# Filipino Veterans Family Reunification Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does** This bill would make it easier for adult children of Filipino World War II veterans to immigrate to the United States. Currently, there are limits on how many immigrant visas (permanent residency permits) can be issued each year. This bill would exempt the adult children of Filipino WWII veterans from those numerical limits, allowing them to obtain visas without waiting in a queue or competing for limited visa slots. **Who It Affects** The bill specifically targets adult children of Filipino World War II veterans who became U.S. citizens through their military service.

This includes veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces or in Filipino military units like the Philippine Army, Philippine Scouts, or recognized guerrilla forces during WWII. Many of these veterans are now elderly or deceased, and their adult children may still be living in the Philippines or elsewhere. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the Senate by Senator Mazie Hirono (D-HI) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate.