Dear Neighbor,

I am so very proud to announce that, following my many months of advocacy and action, the Biden-Harris Administration has redesignated and extended Temporary Protected Status for Haitian nationals currently residing in the United States. See my full statement on this tremendous announcement below:

“The Administration’s action to redesignate and extend Temporary Protected Status for Haitians residing in our nation could not come at a more pivotal moment. For years, our cherished Caribbean ally has remained in the grips of a devastating and destructive series of political, economic, and violent crises. It would be unconscionable for the United States to have returned innocent families to the dire and dangerous situation that Haiti is currently confronting. Thankfully, today’s decision will provide an estimated 309,000 Haitian nationals the safety and security they deserve while their country works to overcome its ongoing struggles. I am grateful to Secretary Mayorkas for both his dedication to protecting vulnerable communities from tragic human rights abuses, and his devotion to upholding our foundational principle that this nation must remain a sanctuary for those seeking relief and refuge from persecution. The United States owes a debt to Haiti – and this necessary decision represents but one step in the long road to repaying it.“

Sincerely,