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Stateless Protection Act of 2024

4/5/2024, 7:45 AM

Summary of Bill S 3987

Bill 118 s 3987, also known as the Stateless Protection Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide protection and support for individuals who are stateless, meaning they do not have the legal status of any country.

The bill aims to address the challenges faced by stateless individuals, such as lack of access to basic rights and services, by establishing a process for identifying and providing assistance to these individuals. It also seeks to prevent statelessness by ensuring that all individuals have a nationality and legal status.

Key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a Statelessness Determination Procedure to identify and document stateless individuals, the creation of a Statelessness Protection Fund to provide financial support for stateless individuals, and the implementation of measures to prevent statelessness, such as ensuring birth registration and nationality for all individuals. Overall, the Stateless Protection Act of 2024 aims to address the rights and needs of stateless individuals in the United States and provide them with the necessary support and protection to live a dignified life.

Current Status of Bill S 3987

Bill S 3987 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 20, 2024. Bill S 3987 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 20, 2024.  Bill S 3987's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 20, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3987

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
14
Democrat Cosponsors
14
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3987

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3987

Stateless Protection Act of 2024
Stateless Protection Act of 2024
A bill to protect stateless persons in the United States, and for other purposes.

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