H.R. 8605In committeeImmigration
Bill would shield long-term Vietnamese immigrants from deportation
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 8605 would block deportation of Vietnamese nationals who arrived by July 12, 1995 and have lived here since.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
Decoded
What does this do?
The Honor Our Commitment Act of 2026 would stop DHS from detaining or deporting Vietnamese nationals with final removal orders if they entered the U.S. by July 12, 1995 and have lived here continuously since. DHS must notify eligible people within 60 days and explain how to reopen their cases, and eligible individuals would get work permits. The protection does not apply to those deemed security threats or wanted for extradition.
Who does it affect?
This affects long-term Vietnamese immigrants, many former refugees, who received deportation orders after settling in the U.S. decades ago. DHS is responsible for identifying and notifying eligible individuals.
Why does it matter?
The bill would let many affected individuals remain, work legally, and reopen old immigration cases, while also creating a path for lawsuits, including class actions, against violations.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
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- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Honor Our Commitment Act of 2026
- Introduced:
- April 30, 2026
- Latest action:
- April 30, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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