01 — The Text
What.
- Requires DHS to grant temporary protected status (TPS) to Haitian nationals for 18 months starting August 3, 2025.
- TPS recipients get work permits, cannot be deported, and cannot be detained based on immigration status alone.
- Affects Haitian nationals currently in the U.S. who meet eligibility requirements for the program.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- Haitian immigrants gain legal work authorization and deportation protection during economic and political instability at home.
- DHS must administer TPS designation; employers can legally hire designated workers; immigration enforcement shifts away from deportation.
- Senate Republicans and Democrats split 224-204 in House, signaling contentious debate over Haiti immigration policy.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Bill passed House on April 16. Now in Senate, placed on calendar April 21 with no committee assignment yet—typical step before floor consideration.
- Senate passage is uncertain given narrow House margin and partisan split on immigration policy.
- Track Senate votes at Congress.gov or contact your senator to share your position.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Apr 21, 2026 — Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 374.
- Apr 20, 2026 — Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.
- Apr 17, 2026 — Received in the Senate.
- Apr 16, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Apr 16, 2026 — On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 204 (Roll no. 120). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H2940)
- Apr 16, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 204 (Roll no. 120). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H2940)
- Apr 16, 2026 — The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
- Apr 16, 2026 — DEBATE - The House resumed debate on H.R. 1689.