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Temporary Protected Status for Lebanese Nationals in the US

This bill aims to grant Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to Lebanese nationals in the United States for an 18-month period. This means these individuals can legally reside and work in the US, avoiding return to Lebanon, which is facing severe economic, political, and humanitarian crises. The act seeks to provide stability and safety for Lebanese people who cannot safely return to their home country.
Key points
Allows Lebanese nationals to apply for temporary protection in the US for 18 months, enabling them to legally reside and work.
TPS status is granted due to catastrophic conditions in Lebanon, including economic, political, health crises, and conflict threats.
Individuals under protection may receive consent for brief international travel in emergency situations.
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Additional Information
Lebanon TPS Act of 2023
Print number: HR 2913
Sponsor: Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12]
Process start date: 2023-04-26