TPS Reform Act of 2019
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jul 23, 2019)
TPS Reform Act of 2019
This bill changes the procedures for designating a country with temporary protected status (TPS). (Qualified nationals of a TPS-designated country shall have work authorization and may not be removed from the United States while the status is in effect.)
Specifically, the bill requires an act of Congress to designate a country with TPS status, where currently the Department of Justice has such authority. In an initial act designating a TPS country, Congress shall include a time period for the designation of up to 18 months. Congress may also pass an act to terminate or extend a designation.
The bill also establishes that an alien who lacks a lawful immigration status shall not receive the benefits of temporary protected status.
What just happenedAug 15, 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJul 23, 2019
- Aug 15, 2019Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.
Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement Subcommittee - Jul 23, 2019IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Jul 23, 2019IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jul 23, 2019IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House