S. 1281: RIDE Act
A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate bill (S.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2025-04-03 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC] |
| Policy area | Immigration |
| Cosponsors | 6 |
| Latest action | 2025-04-03 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. |
| Last updated | 2026-06-11 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-04-03):
Restoring Industry Development in Entertainment Act or the RIDE Act
This bill makes certain workers with a traveling carnival or circus eligible for P visas (nonimmigrant visas for athletes, artists, and entertainers).
Such visas shall be available for workers who perform functions that are integral and essential to the carnival or circus, such as transporting and assembling relevant structures and equipment.
Such visas shall only be available for a position if (1) there are not sufficient U.S. workers available, and (2) employing a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) will not adversely affect the wages and working conditions of similarly employed U.S. workers.
Cosponsors (6)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Amy Klobuchar | D MN (original cosponsor) 2025-04-03 |
| Tina Smith | D MN (original cosponsor) 2025-04-03 |
| Susan M. Collins | R ME 2025-05-15 |
| Angus S. King, Jr. | I ME 2025-07-14 |
| Jeanne Shaheen | D NH 2026-01-07 |
| Cindy Hyde-Smith | R MS 2026-02-26 |
Full text & official record
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Frequently asked questions
What is S. 1281?
S. 1281 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: RIDE Act.
Where can I read the full bill text?
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