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Read. Follow. Verify.Bill extends Temporary Protected Status eligibility for Liberian nationals
Last action · August 3, 2007: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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What This Bill Would Do
This bill extends the designation of Liberia under the Immigration and Nationality Act, allowing Liberian nationals to remain eligible for . This action ensures that current beneficiaries can continue to reside and work in the United States under this protected designation.
The extension prevents the expiration of legal work authorization and deportation protections for Liberian nationals currently residing in the U.S. under the TPS program.
Who It Would Affect
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Liberian nationals in the United States
Their eligibility for temporary protected status and associated work authorization is maintained by this extension.
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Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
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TPS Extension for Liberia
The bill seeks to maintain existing protections for Liberian nationals, indicating a legislative intent to continue the designation under Section 244.
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