Senate bill introduced to extend temporary legal status for Afghans
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Senator Ron Wyden has introduced the Afghanistan TPS Act of 2026. The bill would extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for individuals from Afghanistan.
Why it matters: This is a procedural step to prevent people currently under TPS from losing their legal work authorization and residency protections if their current status expires.
Who it affects
- Afghans currently living in the United States under Temporary Protected Status
This information comes from Congress.gov; please consult the official bill text before relying on it for legal or immigration decisions.
Agency: Senate
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document