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H.R.144: Haitian Protection Act of 2009
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about immigration
- Introduced Jan. 6, 2009
- Latest Major Action Feb. 9, 2009
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
49 (49 Democrats, 1 Independent)
Bill Summary
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.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law.
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Jan. 6, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Alcee L. Hastings (D-Fla.) |