119th (2025–2027)
H.R. 8905
This bill would amend immigration law to prohibit certain religious leaders from entering the United States on R visas, which are special temporary visas designated for religious workers. Specifically, the legislation bars individuals with titles including imam, grand imam, shaykha, mufti, grand mufti, ayatollah, and grand ayatollah from obtaining this visa category. The bill affects foreign religious leaders who would otherwise qualify to enter the country temporarily to perform religious duties. No specific funding or implementation timeline is included in the legislation. The measure was introduced in May 2026 and referred to the House Judiciary Committee.