Easier Green Cards for Parents of U.S. Military Service Members.
This law aims to simplify the process for parents of U.S. citizens serving in the military to obtain legal permanent residency (Green Cards). The changes allow these parents to legalize their status in the U.S., even if they previously entered illegally or were deported, promoting military family unity. It establishes a pathway for previously removed parents to return temporarily while their applications are processed.
Key points
Parents of service members can apply for a Green Card within the U.S., even if they entered without inspection (they are deemed legally admitted).
The law removes or allows waivers for major immigration hurdles, such as unlawful presence, lack of documents, or prior deportation, provided the parent poses no public threat.
It creates a program allowing previously removed parents to return temporarily to reunite with their military child while their permanent residency application is pending.
Status:
Introduced
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