A Democratic bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the Hong Konger Promise of Refuge Act, allows certain permanent residents of Hong Kong to adjust their status to lawful permanent residents in the United States. To qualify, individuals must have been granted Deferred Enforced Departure under specific presidential memos, have lived continuously in the U.S. since January 15, 2025, and meet other specific requirements like not having felony convictions. Spouses, children, and unmarried adult sons and daughters of qualifying individuals are also eligible for this status adjustment. Applicants also receive protection from removal and work authorization while their application is pending. Any prior removal orders for individuals who successfully adjust their status will be cancelled.
Yes· 3 of 13
- Scored +9
Would immigrants be better off under this?
The bill provides direct pathways to permanent residency, work authorization, and protection from removal for qualifying Hong Kong residents.
- Scored +9
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?
The bill establishes a clear pathway to lawful permanent resident status for certain qualifying residents of Hong Kong.
- Scored +7
Would Asian Americans be better off under this?
The legislation directly benefits individuals of Hong Kong descent by providing a pathway to permanent residency.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Lawful Permanent Resident Status: Under Section 2, certain permanent residents of Hong Kong who were granted Deferred Enforced Departure and meet continuous residence and other conditions can adjust their status to lawful permanent resident, giving them stability.
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Family Inclusion: Under Section 2(c), the spouse, children, and unmarried adult sons and daughters of a qualifying individual are also eligible to adjust to lawful permanent resident status, which keeps families together.
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Protection and Work Authorization: Under Section 2(e), applicants for this status adjustment cannot be detained or removed while their application is pending, and they receive authorization to work in the United States.
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Removal Order Cancellation: Under Section 2(f), if an alien's status is adjusted to a lawful permanent resident, any prior removal orders against them are cancelled.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
The provided text does not explicitly identify any negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would immigrants be better off under this? — The bill provides direct pathways to permanent residency, work authorization, and protection from removal for qualifying Hong Kong residents. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — The legislation directly benefits individuals of Hong Kong descent by providing a pathway to permanent residency. Would children be better off under this? — Family members including children are eligible to adjust to lawful permanent resident status alongside qualifying applicants. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Qualifying permanent residents of Hong Kong can achieve stability and lawful permanent resident status. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Qualifying older individuals meeting the criteria can obtain lawful permanent resident status. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Young adult children and residents of Hong Kong qualify for permanent residency and work authorization. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Work authorization and legal stability help qualifying individuals improve their economic standing. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — The ability to work legally and secure permanent residency supports household financial security.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? — The bill establishes a clear pathway to lawful permanent resident status for certain qualifying residents of Hong Kong. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Providing lawful permanent residency and work authorization improves economic stability for qualifying individuals and their families.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts? — The bill protects applicants from removal and detention while their applications are pending and cancels prior removal orders upon status adjustment. Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill directs federal agencies like the USCIS to administer a specific status adjustment program nationwide.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — Offering refuge and legal status to permanent residents of Hong Kong fleeing oppressive conditions strengthens democratic alliances and human rights commitments.
- 9/30/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Introduced in Senate
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