Jayapal Commends DHS for Extending Temporary Protected Status for Vulnerable Nations
Representative Pramila Jayapal praised the DHS’s extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuela, Sudan, Ukraine, and El Salvador, allowing hundreds of thousands to live and work safely in the U.S. She emphasized the need for ongoing immigration reform and stable legal pathways amidst challenges.
U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) issued a statement following the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) announcement extending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for individuals from Venezuela, Sudan, Ukraine, and El Salvador. She expressed gratitude toward the Biden-Harris Administration for these measures, highlighting the importance of assisting those fleeing violence and crises in their home nations.
Jayapal emphasized the significance of TPS as a vital legal pathway, which provides beneficiaries with the means to reside and work in the United States while ensuring they cannot return safely to their countries. She acknowledged the ongoing challenges in reforming the immigration system but recognized TPS extensions as essential for providing stability to affected families.
The extension allows approximately 600,000 Venezuelans, 1,900 Sudanese, 103,700 Ukrainians, and 234,000 Salvadorans to re-register for TPS, subject to thorough vetting processes for national security and public safety. Specific extensions include TPS for Venezuela until October 2, 2026, Sudan until October 19, 2026, Ukraine until October 19, 2026, and El Salvador until September 9, 2026.
In summary, Representative Pramila Jayapal commended the Biden-Harris Administration for extending Temporary Protected Status for nationals from Venezuela, Sudan, Ukraine, and El Salvador, ensuring that many families can remain safely in the United States. She urged robust use of TPS designations for all eligible countries, reinforcing ongoing immigration reform efforts. These measures are critical steps toward providing much-needed stability and security for vulnerable populations.
Original Source: jayapal.house.gov
