Why This Matters
This bill provides temporary protected status to Venezuelan nationals living in the U.S., allowing them to stay and work legally due to the situation in their home country.
If you are from Venezuela and living in the U.S., you may be able to stay and work legally for 18 months.
Affects: Venezuelan nationals currently living in the United States.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill allows Venezuelan nationals in the U.S. to apply for temporary protected status. 2. It grants this status for an initial period of 18 months. 3. Eligible Venezuelans must have been in the U.S. continuously since the bill's enactment. 4. The Secretary of Homeland Security can allow temporary travel abroad for those with this status. 5. There is a fee of $360 to apply, but waivers are available for some applicants.
Who is affected?
Venezuelan nationals currently living in the United States.