Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act of 2026

Key Provisions

• Lets certain Haitian nationals and their families apply for permanent residency if they have been in the U.S. since June 26, 2024.
• Waives specific reasons that would normally prevent someone from getting permanent residency.
• Blocks people with serious criminal convictions or those involved in persecution from getting residency.
• Protects applicants from being removed from the U.S. while their application is pending.
• Authorizes work permits for applicants, especially if their case takes longer than 180 days.
• Ensures that granting residency under this bill would not reduce the number of other immigrant visas available.