Protecting Guests During Ukraine Hostilities

Full Title:
Protecting our Guests During Hostilities in Ukraine Act

Summary#

This bill would give a temporary "Ukrainian guest status" to people who were paroled into the United States under the Uniting for Ukraine parole process announced April 21, 2022. It says those eligible are considered admitted in this guest status as of the date they were first paroled. People in Ukrainian guest status would be allowed to work while they have that status. The status would end 120 days after the Secretary of State determines that hostilities in Ukraine have ceased and that conditions allow for the safe and reasonable return of civilians. The Secretary of Homeland Security could revoke this status for an individual if that person meets the conditions listed in section 241(b)(3)(B) of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

What it means for you#

  • If you were paroled through the Uniting for Ukraine process, this bill would treat you as admitted in Ukrainian guest status from your first parole date.
  • While in that status you would be authorized to work in the United States.
  • Your status would end 120 days after a Secretary of State determination that hostilities have stopped and civilians can safely return to Ukraine.
  • Your status could be revoked by the Department of Homeland Security if DHS determines you fall under the specific provisions in section 241(b)(3)(B) of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Expenses#

No publicly available information. The bill text does not include cost estimates or funding details.

Proponents' View#

Sponsors listed in the provided material introduced the measure to provide temporary admission and work authorization for people paroled under the Uniting for Ukraine process. No additional public statements or arguments are included in the provided material.

Opponents' View#

No publicly available information. The provided material does not include statements from opponents or formal objections.