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TPS Reform: Stricter Eligibility, Congressional Review, and Travel Limits.

This law significantly tightens the rules for granting and extending Temporary Protected Status (TPS). It restricts eligibility for individuals with criminal records or those who entered the country without inspection, and severely limits international travel for TPS holders, potentially leading to status withdrawal. A major change requires Congress to actively authorize subsequent extensions of TPS for any designated country.
Key points
Individuals with two misdemeanors or one felony conviction, or those who entered the US unlawfully, are ineligible for TPS.
Traveling abroad, even with prior approval, may result in immediate status withdrawal, and such travel no longer provides a path toward applying for a Green Card.
Upon termination of TPS, individuals have 180 days to leave the US; after this period, they become a priority for deportation enforcement.
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Print number: 118_S_207
Sponsor: Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]
Process start date: 2023-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Temporary Protected Status Reform and Integrity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_207.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals with two misdemeanors or one felony conviction, or those who entered the US unlawfully, are ineligible for TPS.
  • Traveling abroad, even with prior approval, may result in immediate status withdrawal, and such travel no longer provides a path toward applying for a Green Card.
  • Upon termination of TPS, individuals have 180 days to leave the US; after this period, they become a priority for deportation enforcement.
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. Lankford, James [R-OK].

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 2025-12-26.

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