Iranian Temporary Immigration Relief Act

Sponsor: Yassamin Ansari (Democratic-AZ)May 12, 2026

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Certain Iranian nationals in the U.S. would get temporary legal status and work permits.

This bill would give temporary protection and work permits to certain Iranian nationals in the U.S. who are waiting for their immigration applications. This is because of government delays in processing their paperwork and unsafe conditions in Iran. It would let them live and work legally without fear of being sent back while their other applications are being processed.

What Would Change

Today, many Iranian nationals in the U.S. face uncertainty. USCIS has paused processing their immigration applications since December 2025, and conditions in Iran are dangerous due to armed conflict. This means they could lose their legal status or ability to work through no fault of their own. If this bill becomes law, eligible Iranian nationals would receive temporary legal status and work permits. This would protect them from these issues and allow them to maintain their legal presence and employment.

Key Provisions

Grants temporary legal status to eligible Iranian nationals in the U.S. for an initial 18 months.
Lets eligible Iranian nationals get work permits, including a temporary one within 30 days of applying for TPS.
Extends existing work permits for eligible individuals for the duration of the processing pause plus 180 days.
Protects employers from legal issues for hiring eligible individuals during any gap in their work authorization.
Ensures that applying for or receiving TPS would not negatively affect other immigration applications or lead to deportation.
Prevents eligible individuals from being considered unlawfully present in the U.S. due to the government's processing pause or while their TPS application is pending.

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Iranian Temporary Immigration Relief Act

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