End DED Act

# End DED Act (HR 4200) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The End DED Act aims to eliminate the Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) program, which currently allows certain foreign nationals to legally live and work in the United States on a temporary basis. DED is a humanitarian protection status typically granted to people from countries experiencing ongoing armed conflict, environmental disasters, or other extraordinary conditions. If passed, this bill would end the ability to grant new DED status and would likely phase out protections for those currently holding it. **Who It Affects:** This bill would impact foreign nationals currently protected under DED status, as well as future applicants from countries that might otherwise qualify for such protection.

It would also affect employers who hire workers with DED authorization. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. This means it is still in the early stages of the legislative process and may not move forward, be modified, or require further discussion before any action is taken.