Bills · S 2406
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2406Immigration
Canadian Snowbirds Act of 2025
INTRO JUL 23· LAST ACTION JUL 23
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenCanadian citizens aged 50 and older who wish to spend extended periods in the warmer regions of the United States, commonly known as 'snowbirds,' would be the primary beneficiaries. They would be able to stay for up to 240 days annually, a significant increase from the usual six-month limit. This also affects their spouses, who can qualify under similar conditions.
U.S. communities and businesses in popular 'snowbird' destinations (e.g., Florida, Arizona, Texas, California) could see increased business from longer-staying Canadian visitors. Hotels, rental property owners, restaurants, retail stores, and service providers in these areas might experience a boost in activity from increased tourism spending and property demand.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Allows Canadian citizens aged 50 and older to visit the U.S. for up to 240 days (approximately 8 months) within any 365-day period.
This significantly extends the typical allowed stay for Canadian visitors, offering greater flexibility for retirees.
PROVISION 02
Requires Canadian retirees to maintain a residence in Canada and either own or rent accommodations in the U.S. for their intended stay, while also prohibiting them from seeking U.S. employment or public benefits.
These conditions ensure that the program is for genuine retirees who are financially self-sufficient and not seeking to immigrate or take jobs.
PROVISION 03
Clarifies that owning a residence in the U.S. will not be considered evidence of intent to abandon their Canadian residence, simplifying the immigration process.
This removes a common concern that purchasing a U.S. home could jeopardize a visitor's non-immigrant status.
PROVISION 04
Allows the spouse of a qualifying Canadian retiree to also be admitted under the same terms.
This ensures that couples can continue to travel and stay together under the new provisions.
PROVISION 05
Amends tax law to clarify that Canadian retirees admitted under this program will generally maintain their nonresident alien tax status.
This prevents unintended U.S. tax liabilities that could arise from longer stays under existing tax residency rules.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 23
Introduced in Senate
JUL 23
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2406
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 23, 2025
Last actionJul 23, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FINANCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025
Senate BillS 2406Immigration
Canadian Snowbirds Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 23, 2025
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