(4-16-26) The House passed legislation Thursday that would extend temporary protections for Haitian immigrants.The bill would require a three-year extension of temporary protected status for Haitians.
The vote was 224-204, and it now moves to the Senate.
Republicans who joined in the passage included: Reps. Mike Carey of Ohio, Mike Turner of Ohio, Reps. Maria Elvira Salazar of Florida, Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania, Mike Lawler of New York, Don Bacon of Nebraska Mario Diaz-Balart of Florida and Rich McCormick of Georgia.
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Springfield, Ohio Mayor Rob Rue issued the following statement Thursday afternoon:
“This vote represents an important step toward providing stability and certainty for families who are already contributing members of communities across the country, including here in Springfield. Many Haitian residents are working, paying taxes, raising families, and helping meet critical workforce needs in healthcare, manufacturing, and other essential industries.
When people who are already part of our neighborhoods and economy are able to live and work without fear of sudden disruption, it benefits the entire community. We will continue to follow the federal process closely and remain committed to supporting a strong, stable, and welcoming Springfield for all who call it home.”
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