What does Preamble of HR 2729 do?

This bill proposes to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act. The stated purpose is to provide nonimmigrant status to mobile entertainment workers. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 8, 2025.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 2729 do?

This bill is formally titled the Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act.

What does MOBILE ENTERTAINMENT WORKERS. of HR 2729 do?

This section amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to define and regulate the admission of 'mobile entertainment workers'. It modifies section 101(a)(15) to include individuals seeking temporary entry for functions integral to a mobile entertainment provider. It amends section 214(c) to establish program requirements for mobile entertainment providers, aligning them with existing regulations for similar non-immigrants. The definition of 'mobile entertainment provider' includes carnivals, circuses, and affiliated service providers (e.g., food and game concessions) operating on a temporary or seasonal basis. Functions considered integral and essential include transporting, assembly, operation, disassembly, and maintenance of mobile entertainment attractions and equipment. The Secretaries of Homeland Security and Labor are required to publish proposed rules implementing these changes within 180 days of the Act's enactment and finalize them within one year.

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Carnivals are Real Entertainment Act — HR. 2729

Last updated: 4/8/2025 · Introduced: 4/8/2025

Author: Zoe Lofgren (D-CA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to create a new nonimmigrant status for 'mobile entertainment workers' employed by carnivals, circuses, and related service providers.
The bill defines 'integral functions' for these workers, including transporting, assembling, operating, and maintaining mobile entertainment attractions and equipment.
It requires the Departments of Homeland Security and Labor to develop regulations implementing these changes within one year of the Act's enactment.

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