Ukrainian Adjustment Act of 2025
Ukrainian Adjustment Act of 2025
Plain Language Summary
# Ukrainian Adjustment Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Ukrainian Adjustment Act of 2025 would create a streamlined pathway for Ukrainian nationals currently in the United States to become lawful permanent residents (green card holders). Specifically, it would allow Ukrainians who were paroled into the country after February 2014—primarily those fleeing conflict and humanitarian crises—to apply for permanent resident status along with their spouses and children. The bill also allows the Department of Homeland Security to waive certain grounds that would normally make someone ineligible for permanent residency, with exceptions for serious crimes and security concerns. **Key Provisions and Who It Affects:** The bill would require applicants to undergo security vetting equivalent to the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program standards.
It also protects battered spouses of Ukrainian nationals whose marriages have ended, preserving their eligibility for status adjustment. This primarily affects Ukrainian immigrants and refugees already living in the United States who lack permanent legal status, and their family members. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 3104) is in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative William Keating (D-MA).
CRS Official Summary
Ukrainian Adjustment Act of 2025This bill provides a streamlined process for certain Ukrainian nationals (including accompanying spouse and children) who are living in the United States to receive lawful permanent resident status.Specifically, the bill permits Ukrainian nationals who have been paroled into the United States after February 20, 2014, to apply for and receive lawful permanent resident status. Additionally, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may waive grounds for inadmissibility (excluding certain crimes or security related grounds) for individuals who apply for status adjustment. DHS must establish vetting requirements (including an interview) for applicants that are equivalent to those under the United States Refugee Admissions Program.The bill also preserves eligibility for the status adjustment of certain battered spouses whose eligibility for such status stemmed from a marriage that has terminated.Finally, the bill requires DHS to issue guidance to implement these requirements and establishes a deadline for eligible individuals to apply for adjustment.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.