This bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to grant temporary protected status (TPS) to Haiti, a special immigration designation that allows nationals of a country experiencing ongoing armed conflict, natural disasters, or other extraordinary conditions to remain and work in the United States temporarily. The designation would apply to Haitian nationals currently in the United States and would remain in effect until three months after January 20, 2029, giving affected individuals legal protection from deportation during that period. The bill was introduced in June 2026 by a bipartisan group of senators led by Senator Ed Markey and was referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee. The legislation does not specify new funding requirements, as TPS administration falls under existing Department of Homeland Security operations. This bill directly affects Haitian nationals in the United States who would gain work authorization and protection from removal under the temporary status designation.
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