HR 2929 · 101th Congress · Immigration
Chinese Temporary Protected Status Act of 1989
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Introduced2
Committee3
House Vote4
Senate5
EnactedLatest: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 155.(1989-09-19)
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Chinese Temporary Protected Status Act of 1989 - Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to establish a temporary protected status for certain nationals of the People's Republic of China and other designated foreign states. Authorizes an alien under such status to work in the United States. Authorizes the Attorney General to so designate a country (or part thereof) only if: (1) there is an ongoing armed conflict which would threaten the safety of returned aliens; (2) a natural disaster has created conditions under which the country cannot handle the return of such aliens, and the country has requested such designation; or (3) extraordinary and temporary conditions exist in the country and the return of such alien would not be in the national interest of the United States. Designates the People's Republic of China such a country (based on extraordinary and temporary conditions). Makes such initial designation effective for two years from the date of enactment of this Act. Requires the Attorney General to review the status of a designated country at least annually. Makes a designation extension or termination of a designation of a foreign country effective upon publication in the …
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