Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3310) to designate Venezuela under section 244 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to permit nationals of Venezuela to be eligible for temporary protected status under such section, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.Res. 1046 is a resolution providing for the consideration of H.R. 3310, a bill that would designate Venezuela under section 244 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, potentially granting Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to Venezuelan nationals in the U.S. This resolution outlines the procedures for debating and voting on H.R. 3310 in the House of Representatives. It waives certain points of order and sets time limits for debate.
Expected Effects
If passed, H.Res. 1046 will expedite the House's consideration of H.R. 3310. This could lead to a vote on granting TPS to Venezuelan nationals already in the United States. The resolution also directs the Clerk to transmit the bill to the Senate if it passes the House.
Potential Benefits
- Provides a potential pathway for Venezuelan nationals in the U.S. to obtain temporary protected status.
- Offers stability and security to individuals who may face danger if returned to Venezuela.
- Streamlines the legislative process for considering H.R. 3310.
- May align with humanitarian principles by offering protection to vulnerable populations.
- Could potentially improve the U.S.'s international standing by demonstrating a commitment to human rights.
Potential Disadvantages
- May strain resources and infrastructure if a large number of Venezuelans are granted TPS.
- Could be perceived as encouraging further unauthorized immigration.
- Potential for abuse of the TPS system.
- The long-term implications of granting TPS are uncertain, as it is a temporary status that requires periodic renewal.
- May face political opposition from those who favor stricter immigration policies.
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Constitutional Alignment
The resolution itself, H.Res. 1046, primarily concerns the procedures of the House of Representatives, which falls under the legislative powers granted in Article I, Section 5, which states that each House may determine the Rules of its proceedings. The underlying bill, H.R. 3310, relates to immigration, an area where Congress has broad authority, although the extent of that authority is sometimes debated. There is no obvious conflict with the Constitution.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).