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Bill would mandate 18-month Temporary Protected Status for Haiti

Placed on the calendarH.R. 1689Latest action

Sponsor: Laura Gillen · Representative · NY

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Official title: To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for temporary protected status.

119th Congress

Topics: Security & foreign affairs

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HR 1689 would legally require 18 months of Temporary Protected Status for Haiti starting August 3, 2025.

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What does this do?

This bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months, beginning August 3, 2025. Unlike the usual process, where the Secretary has discretion, this bill makes the designation mandatory by law, removing uncertainty over renewal.

Who does it affect?

Haitian nationals in the U.S. who may qualify for TPS, along with employers who hire them and immigration officials who process applications.

Why does it matter?

The designation would let eligible Haitian nationals continue living and working legally in the U.S. during the period, without discretionary review by the executive branch. The bill has been referred to the House Judiciary Committee for further consideration.

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  1. IntroducedFeb 27, 2025
  2. House committee
  3. House vote
  4. SenateYou are here · Apr 21, 2026
  5. The president's desk

Right now: it was placed on the , and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.

Latest action: — Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 374.

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  1. House · · Roll call 120

    As recorded

    Question
    On Passage
    Result:
    Passed
    224
    Nay
    204
    0
    3

    Republicans 10 yes, 204 no, 3 not voting · Democrats 213 yes · Independent 1 yes

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