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New Arrival Assistance Program: Support for Integration and Self-Sufficiency.

This Act establishes a new federal grant program to help local communities provide medium-term support for asylum seekers and other eligible new arrivals. The goal is to increase their self-sufficiency by providing access to housing, healthcare, job training, and legal services, thereby reducing the burden on local emergency services.
Key points
$3 billion annually (2025-2028) is authorized to support local communities receiving a high number of new arrivals.
Funding covers housing rental assistance, healthcare, language and job training, and legal support for obtaining work authorization.
The program aims for rapid integration and self-sufficiency of new arrivals, which is intended to prevent homelessness and long-term reliance on emergency aid.
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Print number: 118_S_4861
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2024-07-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Destination Reception Assistance Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4861.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • $3 billion annually (2025-2028) is authorized to support local communities receiving a high number of new arrivals.
  • Funding covers housing rental assistance, healthcare, language and job training, and legal support for obtaining work authorization.
  • The program aims for rapid integration and self-sufficiency of new arrivals, which is intended to prevent homelessness and long-term reliance on emergency aid.
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. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

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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