Protecting Our Guests During Hostilities in Ukraine Act
Sen. Richard J. Durbin (D-IL)
Bill Summary
Creates "Ukrainian guest status" for Ukrainians who entered the U.S. through the Uniting for Ukraine parole program (launched April 2022), granting them lawful status and employment authorization. Status expires 120 days after the Secretary of State certifies that hostilities in Ukraine have ceased and safe return is possible. Senate companion to H.R. 2118, introduced by Sen. Durbin with bipartisan support from Sens. Rosen, Duckworth, Van Hollen, Blumenthal, Klobuchar, and Welch.
Why It Matters
Over 200,000 Ukrainians entered the U.S. through the Uniting for Ukraine parole program. Without this bill, their legal status and work authorization could expire while the war continues, forcing them to return to an active war zone. This Senate bill, paired with H.R. 2118 in the House, ensures Congress can act on both sides of the Capitol to protect these individuals.
Legislative Progress
Last Action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1314)
February 24, 2025● Live
Bill Details
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Introduced
2025-02-24
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Over 200,000 Ukrainians entered the U.S. through the Uniting for Ukraine parole program. Without this bill, their legal status and work authorization could expire while the war continues, forcing them to return to an active war zone. This Senate bill, paired with H.R. 2118 in the House, ensures Congress can act on both sides of the Capitol to protect these individuals.
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Hi, my name is [YOUR NAME], a constituent from [YOUR CITY/ZIP]. I'm calling to urge Senator [SENATOR'S NAME] to cosponsor S. 696, the Protecting Our Guests During Hostilities in Ukraine Act. This bill protects Ukrainians who were lawfully in the U.S. when Russia invaded and cannot safely return to a war zone. They did everything right. The Senate has the power to protect them. Will Senator [SENATOR'S NAME] cosponsor S. 696? Thank you.
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