HR 7899
Respect for Essential Workers Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 3:52 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Respect for Essential Workers Act, aims to protect essential workers currently receiving temporary protected status (TPS) from being removed from the United States. It prevents removals based solely on the termination of their TPS and allows eligible individuals to adjust their status to permanent residency within 90 days of the bill’s enactment. The bill defines ‘essential worker’ broadly, encompassing numerous industries and occupations deemed critical to the nation’s functioning, particularly during emergencies and shortages.
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