Ukrainian Adjustment Act of 2025
Bipartisan House Bill Offers Permanent Residency Path to Thousands of Ukrainians in the U.S.
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill creates a path for Ukrainian citizens living in the U.S. to apply for green cards to become permanent residents. It applies to those who were given temporary permission to enter the country (known as parole) any time after February 20, 2014.
- To qualify, individuals must pass background checks and security interviews similar to those required for refugees. The bill also covers their immediate family members, including spouses, children, and the parents or caregivers of children who arrived alone.
- The government would be prohibited from charging any fees for these green card applications or work permits. While an application is being reviewed, the person cannot be deported and is considered to be in the country legally.
- There is a time limit to apply. Most eligible people would have one year to start their application once the new rules are officially set. If they do not apply within that window, they may lose their ability to extend their temporary stay in the U.S.
- The bill includes special protections for spouses or children who have experienced domestic violence, allowing them to apply for permanent residency even if their relationship with the main applicant has ended.
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
LGBTQ Ukrainians who fled persecution and were paroled into the U.S. would benefit from this path to permanent residency. Ukraine and neighboring conflict zones can be dangerous for LGBTQ individuals, and gaining permanent status in the U.S. removes the uncertainty of temporary parole and provides lasting safety.
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Ukrainian Adjustment Act of 2025
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