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Introduced on April 29, 2025 by Laurel Lee
This proposal, called the Canadian Snowbird Act, would let Canadian retirees visit the United States for longer stays as regular visitors. To qualify, a person must be a Canadian citizen age 50 or older, keep a home in Canada, and own or rent a place in the U.S. for the time they’re here. They could stay up to 240 days during any 365-day period, and days spent outside the U.S. wouldn’t count against that admitted period. They must meet normal entry rules, not work for a U.S.-based employer, and not seek certain public benefits. Having a U.S. home would not be treated as proof they intend to move here permanently. A spouse can come under the same terms without having to also own or rent a U.S. place. The bill also amends tax law related to nonresident status, though the provided text doesn’t include details.
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