Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the plight of Cameroonian immigrants and the continued turmoil and instability in the nation of Cameroon merits a designation of humanitarian parole and calling on the Department of Homeland Security to create a humanitarian parole program for Cameroonians fleeing this violence.

3/18/2024, 10:28 PM
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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 concerned.
Bill 118 H.Res. 1048, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the plight of Cameroonian immigrants and the continued turmoil and instability in the nation of Cameroon merits a designation of humanitarian parole and calling on the Department of Homeland Security to create a humanitarian parole program for Cameroonians fleeing this violence," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.

The resolution highlights the ongoing crisis in Cameroon, where violence and instability have forced many Cameroonians to flee their homes and seek refuge in other countries, including the United States. It acknowledges the challenges faced by Cameroonian immigrants in the US, who may be at risk of deportation back to a dangerous situation in their home country.

The resolution calls on the Department of Homeland Security to establish a humanitarian parole program specifically for Cameroonians fleeing violence in their country. This program would allow eligible individuals to temporarily remain in the US and receive protection while the situation in Cameroon stabilizes. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 1048 aims to address the humanitarian needs of Cameroonian immigrants in the US and provide them with a safe haven until they can safely return to their home country.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 1048

Introduced on
2024-03-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/1/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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 concerned.
Bill 118 H.Res. 1048, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the plight of Cameroonian immigrants and the continued turmoil and instability in the nation of Cameroon merits a designation of humanitarian parole and calling on the Department of Homeland Security to create a humanitarian parole program for Cameroonians fleeing this violence," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.

The resolution highlights the ongoing crisis in Cameroon, where violence and instability have forced many Cameroonians to flee their homes and seek refuge in other countries, including the United States. It acknowledges the challenges faced by Cameroonian immigrants in the US, who may be at risk of deportation back to a dangerous situation in their home country.

The resolution calls on the Department of Homeland Security to establish a humanitarian parole program specifically for Cameroonians fleeing violence in their country. This program would allow eligible individuals to temporarily remain in the US and receive protection while the situation in Cameroon stabilizes. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 1048 aims to address the humanitarian needs of Cameroonian immigrants in the US and provide them with a safe haven until they can safely return to their home country.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the plight of Cameroonian immigrants and the continued turmoil and instability in the nation of Cameroon merits a designation of humanitarian parole and calling on the Department of Homeland Security to create a humanitarian parole program for Cameroonians fleeing this violence.

Policy Areas
Immigration

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Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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 commi...