Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3310) to designate Venezuela under section 244 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to permit nationals of Venezuela to be eligible for temporary protected status under such section, and for other purposes.
Bill Summary
Allows Venezuelans to be eligible for temporary protected status in the US, which delays deportation and provides work permits. Requires the House to consider a bill that would grant this status to Venezuelan nationals.
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Bill Journey
- Feb 9, 2026
- Mar 19, 2026You Are Here
The bill was sent to committee, where members study it, hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it.
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The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This affects Venezuelan nationals living in the US, who would be eligible for temporary protected status, allowing them to stay in the country and work legally. It also impacts the US immigration system, by potentially adding Venezuela to the list of countries whose nationals can receive temporary protected status.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic3
Documents
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Cosponsors (2)
Bill Details
- Economy
- Rights
- Military
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