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Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans in the US

This act aims to grant Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to Venezuelan nationals in the United States for an 18-month period. This means individuals meeting specific criteria can legally reside and work in the US, avoiding deportation. The act also introduces an application fee, but allows for waivers in justified cases.
Key points
Venezuelan nationals in the US can apply for 18-month temporary protection, allowing legal stay and work.
Continuous physical presence in the US since the act's enactment date and registration are required.
Permission for brief international travel in emergency circumstances may be granted.
A $360 application fee is introduced, with the possibility of fee waivers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_161
Sponsor: Rep. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9]
Process start date: 2021-01-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Venezuela TPS Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_161.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Venezuelan nationals in the US can apply for 18-month temporary protection, allowing legal stay and work.
  • Continuous physical presence in the US since the act's enactment date and registration are required.
  • Permission for brief international travel in emergency circumstances may be granted.
  • A $360 application fee is introduced, with the possibility of fee waivers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Migration