Southeast Asian Deportation Relief Act 2022: Protecting Long-Term Residents
This act aims to protect certain nationals of Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos who arrived in the U.S. before 2008 and have continuously resided here from deportation. It grants them work authorization and limits in-person reporting requirements to immigration officials. This seeks to stabilize the lives of thousands of families who have lived in uncertainty for years.
Key points
Protection from deportation for nationals of Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos who entered the U.S. on or before January 1, 2008, and have continuously resided here.
Authorization for permanent employment in the U.S., with permits valid for 5 years and renewable.
Limitation on in-person periodic identification to no more than once every 5 years, allowing for virtual appearances.
Requirement for the Secretary of Homeland Security to notify affected individuals about their new rights and options to reopen deportation proceedings.
Status:
Expired
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