H.R. 3310: Venezuela TPS Act of 2025

This bill, known as the Venezuela TPS Act of 2025, aims to designate Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) under U.S. immigration law. Here are the main components of the bill:

Designation for Temporary Protected Status

The bill would officially designate Venezuela as eligible for TPS, meaning that nationals from Venezuela fleeing difficult conditions can apply for temporary legal status in the U.S. This designation is intended to offer protection for individuals who cannot safely return to their home country due to ongoing crises.

The TPS designation for Venezuela would initially last for an 18-month period starting from the enactment of the bill.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for TPS under this bill, a Venezuelan national must:

• Have been continuously present in the United States since the date the law is enacted.
• Be admissible as an immigrant under U.S. law, with some exceptions noted in the current immigration code.
• Register for TPS following processes set by the Secretary of Homeland Security.

Travel Provisions

The bill allows the Secretary of Homeland Security to grant permission for TPS holders to travel abroad under specific circumstances. If an individual can prove that they have emergency or extenuating circumstances, they may temporarily leave the U.S. and return while still being treated as a TPS holder.

Application Fee

To apply for TPS under this bill, individuals will be required to pay a fee of $360. However, there is a provision allowing for a waiver of this fee for those who may have financial difficulties.

Budgetary Effects

The budget effects of this legislation would be assessed according to established budgetary rules before any vote on the bill takes place.

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