H.R.144 - Haitian Protection Act of 2009

To designate Haiti under section 244 of the Immigration and Nationality Act in order to render nationals of Haiti eligible for temporary protected status under such section. view all titles (2)

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  • Short: Haitian Protection Act of 2009 as introduced.
  • Official: To designate Haiti under section 244 of the Immigration and Nationality Act in order to render nationals of Haiti eligible for temporary protected status under such section. as introduced.

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Official Summary

1/6/2009--Introduced.Haitian Protection Act of 2009 - Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti as a country whose qualifying nationals may be eligible for temporary protected status. Provides for: (1) an initial 18-month designation period; and (2) authorization for t

Official Summary

1/6/2009--Introduced.Haitian Protection Act of 2009 - Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti as a country whose qualifying nationals may be eligible for temporary protected status. Provides for:
(1) an initial 18-month designation period; and
(2) authorization for temporary travel abroad.

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