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Afghan Adjustment Act: Immigration Status and Support for Allies

This act aims to streamline the process for Afghans who supported the U.S. mission in Afghanistan to obtain permanent residency in the United States. It introduces new vetting procedures and support mechanisms to help these individuals and their families settle in America. U.S. citizens will not incur direct costs related to application fees, and the process is intended to be more efficient.
Key points
Streamlined path to permanent residency for Afghans who aided the U.S., including their families.
Implementation of thorough security vetting requirements for all applicants.
Establishment of a task force to coordinate support for Afghan allies outside the U.S.
No fees for eligible Afghans applying for immigration status or work authorization.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4787
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2022-08-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Afghan Adjustment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4787.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-08-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Streamlined path to permanent residency for Afghans who aided the U.S., including their families.
  • Implementation of thorough security vetting requirements for all applicants.
  • Establishment of a task force to coordinate support for Afghan allies outside the U.S.
  • No fees for eligible Afghans applying for immigration status or work authorization.
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 Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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