We have received text from S. 2106: Safe Environment from Countries Under Repression and Emergency Act. This bill was received on 2025-06-18, and currently has 31 cosponsors.
Here is a short summary of the bill:
This bill, known as the Safe Environment from Countries Under Repression and Emergency Act (SECURE Act), proposes changes to the Immigration and Nationality Act to facilitate a pathway to lawful permanent residency for certain foreign nationals who meet specific criteria. Below are the core components of the bill:
Eligibility for Permanent Residency
Aliens (non-U.S. citizens) may apply for lawful permanent resident status if they meet the following conditions:
- They must be nationals of countries designated under temporary protected status or have similar circumstances that justify this request.
- They must have continuously lived in the United States for at least three years, unless specific conditions applied, such as being removed from the U.S. after September 28, 2016.
- They must pass criminal and national security background checks.
Application Process
The bill allows aliens who are physically present in the United States to apply for adjustment of status while also providing specific provisions for those who have been removed or departed under certain conditions. The application fee is set at a maximum of $1,440, but exemptions may be available for certain vulnerable populations, such as minors or those with no financial means.
Protection from Removal Proceedings
If an alien has a pending application for adjustment of status, the bill dictates that they cannot be removed from the U.S. until a final decision is made on their application. This provision aims to protect individuals who demonstrate the intent to seek lawful residency while their application is evaluated.
Work Authorization
The Secretary of Homeland Security is required to authorize individuals who apply for adjustment of status under this bill to work in the U.S. while their application is still pending.
Family Integration
Spouses and children of individuals who have their status adjusted to lawful permanent residence under this act may also be eligible for similar adjustments, provided they are present in the United States and meet certain eligibility criteria.
Confidentiality of Information
Information provided during the application process cannot be used for immigration enforcement against individuals who secure permanent resident status under this act, thus offering a degree of confidentiality to applicants.
Reporting Requirements
The bill includes mandates for the Secretary of Homeland Security to report to Congress about the conditions of countries currently designated under temporary protected status and any changes to their status. This should provide more transparency regarding the situations these individuals are fleeing.
Administration and Oversight
The bill reinforces the roles and responsibilities of the Secretary of Homeland Security in administering these changes while ensuring that established definitions of the Immigration and Nationality Act apply.
Exceptions to Numerical Limitations
Under this bill, the usual numerical limitations on immigration visas do not apply to those whose status is adjusted under the proposed provisions.
Relevant Companies
None found.
Senator Chris Van Hollen Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Senator Chris Van Hollen:
- S.2106: SECURE Act
- S.2058: El Salvador Accountability Act of 2025
- S.2057: Easy Enrollment in Health Care Act
- S.1932: VALID Act of 2025
- S.1893: Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act
- S.1645: American Ownership and Resilience Act
You can track bills proposed by Senator Chris Van Hollen on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Van Hollen.
Senator Chris Van Hollen Stock Trading
We have data on up to $175.0K of trades from Senator Chris Van Hollen, which we parsed from STOCK Act filings. Some of the largest trades include:
- A February 17th, 2017 sale of up to $50K of $PEP. The stock has risen 25.07% since then.
- A February 17th, 2017 sale of up to $50K of $GE. The stock has risen 64.51% since then.
- A February 17th, 2017 sale of up to $15K of $VZ. The stock has fallen 11.2% since then.
- A February 17th, 2017 sale of up to $15K of $JNJ. The stock has risen 31.18% since then.
- A February 17th, 2017 sale of up to $15K of $YUMC. The stock has risen 71.92% since then.
You can track Senator Chris Van Hollen's stock trading on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Van Hollen.
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