The House has passed H.R. 1689. This bill was introduced by Representative Laura Gillen.
The vote was 224-204.
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Here is a short summary of a February 27, 2025 version of the bill.
H.R. 1689 Summary
This bill, identified as H.R. 1689, proposes to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Here are the key points of what the bill entails:
Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
The bill stipulates that Haiti is to be granted TPS for a period of 18 months, starting on August 3, 2025. TPS is a temporary immigration status granted to individuals from certain countries facing extraordinary conditions that prevent them from returning safely. This might include ongoing armed conflict, environmental disasters, or other extraordinary conditions.
Eligibility for TPS
Individuals from Haiti who meet specific requirements could apply for TPS under this designation. Eligible individuals typically include:
- Those who have been continuously residing in the United States since a specific date set by the government.
- Individuals who meet specific legal and criminal criteria.
Immunity from Deportation
Once designated for TPS, individuals from Haiti would not be subject to deportation as long as they maintain their TPS status and comply with any requirements set forth by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
Work Authorization
Individuals granted TPS would also be eligible to apply for work permits, allowing them to legally work in the United States during the TPS designation period. This can help individuals support themselves and their families while living in the U.S.
Review of Haiti’s Conditions
The bill does not specify the full criteria that led to the decision to designate Haiti for TPS; however, it implies that current or ongoing crises within Haiti justify this action. The designation of TPS often reflects serious issues within the country related to safety, health, or stability.
Implementation Timeline
The implementation of TPS for Haiti is set to begin on a specified date, August 3, 2025. At that time, individuals could begin to apply for the TPS designation, subject to the established rules and guidelines from DHS.
Conclusion of TPS Status
The temporary protected status is designed to last for 18 months. After this period, the status may be reviewed, and a decision could be made regarding its extension or termination based on the conditions in Haiti at that time.
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Representative Laura Gillen Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Representative Laura Gillen:
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You can track bills proposed by Representative Laura Gillen on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Gillen.
Representative Laura Gillen Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Representative Laura Gillen is worth $1.3M, as of April 16th, 2026. This is the 306th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Gillen has approximately $0 invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Representative Laura Gillen's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Gillen.
