Lebanon TPS Act of 2023

12/27/2023, 2:36 PM

Lebanon TPS Act of 2023

This bill permits nationals of Lebanon to qualify for temporary protected status, which prevents their removal from the United States and allows them to obtain employment and travel authorization. Such status shall be available to qualifying nationals of Lebanon for 18 months starting from this bill's enactment.

To qualify, an individual must meet various requirements, such as not having been convicted for certain crimes.

Bill 118 HR 2913, also known as the Lebanon TPS Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to grant Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to eligible nationals of Lebanon who are currently residing in the United States.

Temporary Protected Status is a designation given to individuals from countries that are experiencing ongoing armed conflict, environmental disasters, or other extraordinary and temporary conditions that prevent their safe return. TPS allows these individuals to remain in the US and work legally until it is safe for them to return to their home country.

The Lebanon TPS Act of 2023 aims to provide relief to Lebanese nationals who are unable to safely return to their country due to the political and economic instability in Lebanon. By granting TPS to eligible individuals, this bill seeks to protect them from deportation and allow them to continue living and working in the US without fear of being separated from their families. Supporters of the bill argue that granting TPS to Lebanese nationals is a humanitarian gesture that upholds American values of compassion and solidarity with those in need. They also point out that Lebanon is currently facing a severe economic crisis, making it unsafe for individuals to return. Opponents of the bill may argue that granting TPS to Lebanese nationals could strain resources and lead to an influx of immigrants. They may also raise concerns about the potential for fraud or abuse of the TPS program. Overall, the Lebanon TPS Act of 2023 is a proposed piece of legislation that seeks to provide temporary protection to Lebanese nationals in the US who are unable to return to their home country due to ongoing instability. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate will ultimately be decided by lawmakers.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 2913
Introduced on
2023-04-26
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/26/2023
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Purpose and Summary

Lebanon TPS Act of 2023

This bill permits nationals of Lebanon to qualify for temporary protected status, which prevents their removal from the United States and allows them to obtain employment and travel authorization. Such status shall be available to qualifying nationals of Lebanon for 18 months starting from this bill's enactment.

To qualify, an individual must meet various requirements, such as not having been convicted for certain crimes.

Bill 118 HR 2913, also known as the Lebanon TPS Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to grant Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to eligible nationals of Lebanon who are currently residing in the United States.

Temporary Protected Status is a designation given to individuals from countries that are experiencing ongoing armed conflict, environmental disasters, or other extraordinary and temporary conditions that prevent their safe return. TPS allows these individuals to remain in the US and work legally until it is safe for them to return to their home country.

The Lebanon TPS Act of 2023 aims to provide relief to Lebanese nationals who are unable to safely return to their country due to the political and economic instability in Lebanon. By granting TPS to eligible individuals, this bill seeks to protect them from deportation and allow them to continue living and working in the US without fear of being separated from their families. Supporters of the bill argue that granting TPS to Lebanese nationals is a humanitarian gesture that upholds American values of compassion and solidarity with those in need. They also point out that Lebanon is currently facing a severe economic crisis, making it unsafe for individuals to return. Opponents of the bill may argue that granting TPS to Lebanese nationals could strain resources and lead to an influx of immigrants. They may also raise concerns about the potential for fraud or abuse of the TPS program. Overall, the Lebanon TPS Act of 2023 is a proposed piece of legislation that seeks to provide temporary protection to Lebanese nationals in the US who are unable to return to their home country due to ongoing instability. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate will ultimately be decided by lawmakers.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo designate Lebanon under section 244 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to permit nationals of Lebanon to be eligible for temporary protected status under such section, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Immigration

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Latest Summary12/26/2023

Lebanon TPS Act of 2023

This bill permits nationals of Lebanon to qualify for temporary protected status, which prevents their removal from the United States and allows them to obtain employment and travel authorization. Such status...

Latest Action4/26/2023
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee ...