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Faster Work Permits for Asylum Seekers and Migrant Support

This act aims to reduce the waiting period for employment authorization for asylum applicants, potentially helping them become self-sufficient more quickly. It also allocates significant funds to support migrants, including shelter, food, and transportation, which could ease the burden on local communities and non-profit organizations.
Key points
Reduces the waiting period for employment authorization for asylum applicants to 30 days after filing their application.
Authorizes $2 billion for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to hire more staff and improve asylum application processing.
Allocates $10 billion to the Department of Homeland Security for migrant support programs, including shelter, food, and transportation, delivered by state, local governments, and non-profit organizations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4309
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
Process start date: 2023-06-22