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Afghan Adjustment Act: New Immigration Rules and Support.

This act aims to facilitate permanent residency in the United States for Afghans who supported the U.S. mission. It introduces new pathways for legal status, streamlines visa processes, and provides access to benefits, directly impacting the lives of thousands of individuals and their families by offering stability and security.
Key points
Allows Afghans present in the U.S. since July 2021 to apply for conditional permanent residency, providing legal stability.
Expands the special immigrant visa program for Afghans who worked for the U.S. government or international forces, and for their relatives, including parents and siblings of U.S. service members.
Streamlines refugee and special immigrant visa processing, including remote interviews and waiving fees for certain applications.
Ensures Afghans covered by the act have access to benefits and support programs, similar to refugees, aiding their integration.
Establishes an interagency task force to develop resettlement strategies and contingency plans for future operations.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4895
Sponsor: Rep. Miller-Meeks, Mariannette [R-IA-1]
Process start date: 2025-08-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Afghan Adjustment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4895.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-08-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allows Afghans present in the U.S. since July 2021 to apply for conditional permanent residency, providing legal stability.
  • Expands the special immigrant visa program for Afghans who worked for the U.S. government or international forces, and for their relatives, including parents and siblings of U.S. service members.
  • Streamlines refugee and special immigrant visa processing, including remote interviews and waiving fees for certain applications.
  • Ensures Afghans covered by the act have access to benefits and support programs, similar to refugees, aiding their integration.
  • Establishes an interagency task force to develop resettlement strategies and contingency plans for future operations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Miller-Meeks, Mariannette [R-IA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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