Bill · H.R. 2672· House(119-HR-2672)

Religious Workforce Protection Act

Age: 55 years

Ohio

Introduced: 4/7/2025
Last activity: 4/7/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by: Mike Carey
Cosponsors: - 15 - 22

Immigration

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the "Religious Workforce Protection Act," aims to help religious workers facing delays in their permanent residency process. It allows certain individuals to extend their nonimmigrant status while waiting for a decision on their immigrant visa or adjustment of status application. The legislation specifically targets those who are the principal or derivative beneficiaries of specific immigrant petitions. Additionally, it provides limited job flexibility for these workers and offers an exemption from a specific foreign residence requirement.

Yes· 3 of 4

Would immigrants be better off under this?+7
The bill provides significant relief for religious immigrants facing visa backlogs.
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?+6
The bill eases the path to permanent residency by allowing status extensions during long backlogs.
Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?+5
The bill provides specific legal protections and status continuity for religious workers.