A bill to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for temporary protected status.
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Overview
This bill directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for temporary protected status (TPS). Under TPS, individuals from designated countries who are currently in the United States may be able to avoid deportation and obtain a work permit. The designation would remain in effect until January 20, 2029, or three months after that date. This action aims to provide temporary protection to Haitian nationals residing in the U.S.
Key provisions
- Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for TPS.
- Establishes a specific end date for the designation: January 20, 2029, or three months thereafter.
- Applies to Haitian nationals currently residing in the United States.
Who is affected
- Haitian nationals residing in the United States
- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- Individuals seeking to avoid deportation
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