The Temporary Family Visitation Act creates a new temporary visa category allowing foreign relatives of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents to visit the United States for family purposes, such as attending major life events, religious occasions, or social visits. To qualify, relatives must obtain a sponsor's financial support declaration, purchase short-term travel medical insurance, and sign a statement affirming their intention to leave the U.S. within 90 days per calendar year. Sponsors who have previously had relatives overstay their visas are barred from petitioning unless they can explain extraordinary circumstances, and false certifications carry criminal penalties under federal law. The bill also allows people awaiting permanent visas to use this temporary family visa category while they wait for their applications to be processed, though this temporary admission won't count toward permanent residency requirements.
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