Bills · HR 2118
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2118Immigration
Protecting our Guests During Hostilities in Ukraine Act
INTRO MAR 14· LAST ACTION MAR 14
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it provides a more secure and clearer legal pathway for Ukrainians who sought refuge in the U.S. due to the ongoing conflict. Currently, those under the "Uniting for Ukraine" program are in the U.S. based on a temporary permission called "parole," which is typically for a limited time (often two years) and does not automatically lead to permanent residency. This bill would change their status to a form of "admission," which is generally considered more stable than parole and automatically includes work authorization, reducing bureaucratic hurdles and uncertainty for those trying to build temporary lives here.
If this bill becomes law, these Ukrainians would have a more defined and potentially longer-lasting legal basis to live and work in the U.S. until specific conditions in Ukraine improve. If it doesn't pass, their status would remain subject to the terms of their parole, which could expire, potentially leaving them in a precarious situation regarding their ability to stay and work in the country, especially if the conflict in Ukraine continues beyond their parole period.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Grants "Ukrainian guest status" to individuals already in the U.S. under the "Uniting for Ukraine" parole program.
This provision offers a more stable legal standing than their current temporary parole, making their presence in the U.S. more secure.
PROVISION 02
Considers individuals with this status to be formally "admitted" to the U.S. from their initial entry date.
Being "admitted" provides a stronger legal foundation than being "paroled," which is a temporary permission that can be less secure.
PROVISION 03
Automatically authorizes individuals with "Ukrainian guest status" to work legally in the United States.
This removes the need for separate work permit applications, simplifying the process for Ukrainians to support themselves and contribute to the economy.
PROVISION 04
Sets an expiration date for the status that is 120 days after the Secretary of State determines that hostilities in Ukraine have ceased and conditions allow for safe return.
This ties the duration of the status directly to the safety conditions in Ukraine, providing a clear but flexible end point.
PROVISION 05
Allows for the revocation of "Ukrainian guest status" if the Secretary of Homeland Security determines an individual poses a security risk or has committed serious crimes.
This ensures that individuals who may pose a threat to U.S. security or public safety can have their temporary status rescinded.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 13
R· Pennsylvania
YRS IN OFFICE
9
BILLS LED
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DEM 13 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 14
Introduced in House
MAR 14
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2118
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 14, 2025
Last actionMar 14, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 14, 2025
House BillHR 2118Immigration
Protecting our Guests During Hostilities in Ukraine Act
INTRODUCED MAR 14, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 14, 2025
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
13
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