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House Passes Bill Extending TPS for Haitians to 2029

4/17/2026

Summary

Story summary

On April 16, 2026, the U.S. House passed a bill extending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian migrants through 2029 by a 224-204 vote.
The legislation is backed by ten Republicans and by Miami Republicans María Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.), Carlos Giménez (R-Fla.), and Mario Díaz-Balart (R-Fla.).
Its fate in the Republican-controlled Senate remains uncertain as a Supreme Court TPS decision nears.
Advocates cite Haiti's dire humanitarian conditions to justify extension.

History

Historical Context

The 2010 earthquake in Haiti killed over 230,000 people and displaced millions, leading the U.S. to grant Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to approximately 60,000 Haitians. Established by the Immigration Act of 1990, TPS allows individuals from countries facing crises to remain in the U.S. The ongoing support for TPS reflects the complexities of U.S. immigration policy amid humanitarian concerns.

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Story summary

On April 16, 2026, the U.S. House passed a bill extending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian migrants through 2029 by a 224-204 vote.
The legislation is backed by ten Republicans and by Miami Republicans María Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.), Carlos Giménez (R-Fla.), and Mario Díaz-Balart (R-Fla.).
Its fate in the Republican-controlled Senate remains uncertain as a Supreme Court TPS decision nears.
Advocates cite Haiti's dire humanitarian conditions to justify extension.

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