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The Venezuelan proposal Adjustment Act will allow all Venezuelan citizens who have been present by December 31, 2021, to obtain Permanent Residence. From that date counting a period of one year and one day of the physical presence in the United States, they can apply for the adjustment of status.
The Venezuelan Adjustment Act is a proposal that will allow all Venezuelan citizens who have been present by December 31, 2021, to obtain legal Permanent Residence. From that date counting a period of one year and one day of the physical presence in the United States, they can apply for the adjustment of status.
This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to adjust the immigration status of Venezuelan nationals who meet specific criteria, granting them the opportunity to obtain Legal Permanent Residency in the United States.
Application for permanent residency within the 3 years following the enactment.
Exemption from minor grounds of inadmissibility, except for serious crimes or persecution.
Automatic cancellation of prior removal orders.
Work permit after 180 days with the active application and stay of removals while it processes.
To adjust their immigration status, the applicant must:
Be a national of Venezuela.
Have entered the United States on or before December 31, 2021.
Maintain continuous physical presence for at least one year at the time of application submission (allowing for up to 180 cumulative days of permitted absences). g
Submit the application within three years following the enactment of the law.
Meet the general eligibility criteria for receiving an immigrant visa and be admissible under the INA, subject to specific waivers.
Not have been convicted of a felony offense, nor of two or more crimes involving moral turpitude (excluding minor political offenses), nor have engaged in persecution.
Additionally, the same requirements apply to spouses, children, or unmarried minor children of eligible individuals.
Individuals shall not be eligible for this benefit if they:
Have been convicted of an aggravated felony (delito grave).
Have two or more convictions for crimes involving moral turpitude (delitos de inmoralidad), unless such offenses are minor political infractions.
Have ordered, incited, assisted, or participated in acts of persecution on the basis of race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion.
Introduced: February 13, 2025
Primary Sponsor: Rep. Darren Soto (D‑FL‑9)
Lead Cosponsors: María Elvira Salazar (R‑FL‑27), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D‑FL‑25), Frederica S. Wilson (D‑FL‑24)
Additional Cosponsor: Don Bacon (R‑NE‑2) – joined on March 24, 2025
Assigned Committee: House Committee on the Judiciary
Introduced: June 12, 2023
Primary Sponsor: Rep. Darren Soto (D‑FL‑9)
Lead Cosponsors: Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D‑FL‑25), Frederica S. Wilson (D‑FL‑24), María Elvira Salazar (R‑FL‑27)
Additional Cosponsors:
Jenniffer González-Colón (R‑PR) – June 27, 2023
Brian Fitzpatrick (R‑PA‑1) – April 5, 2024
Maxwell Frost (D‑FL‑10) – April 12, 2024
Nydia Velázquez (D‑NY‑7) – May 21, 2024
Joaquín Castro – November 12, 2024
Daniel Goldman – November 12, 2024
André Carson – November 12, 2024
Mary Gay Scanlon – November 12, 2024
Adriano Espaillat – November 12, 2024
Delia Ramirez – December 3, 2024
Don Bacon – December 3, 2024
Al Green – December 3, 2024
Assigned Committee: House Committee on the Judiciary
Introduced: May 19, 2022
Primary Sponsor: Rep. Darren Soto (D‑FL‑9)
Lead Cosponsor: Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D‑FL‑23)
Additional Cosponsor: Frederica S. Wilson (D‑FL‑24) – October 21, 2022
Assigned Committees:
House Committee on the Judiciary (May 19, 2022)
Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship (November 1, 2022)
It is expected to benefit over 400,000 Venezuelans in the United States who meet the eligibility criteria.
The bill enjoys bipartisan support, including backing from Soto, Salazar, Wasserman Schultz, Wilson, and Bacon.
It offers a tangible pathway to Lawful Permanent Residency.
It provides protection and employment throughout the process.
The application window is limited: 3 years to apply following enactment.
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My Voice Counts Inc., DBA Comunidad Venezuela is presenting the proposal for the “Venezuelan Adjustment Law” before Congressmen and Senators so that they can be introduced simultaneously in the United States Congress as Sponsors and Cosponsors; namely, before the House of Representatives and the Senate. The following documents received by the constituents will be delivered as support to our petition: signatures, proof of sent emails, proof of phone calls and proof of petition letters sent by fax.
In the same manner, we will send the receipts received from the letters of request, information that will serve so that the presidency is informed of what is being requested to the White House on behalf of the constituents.
By completing the required steps of the petition we can achieve immigration relief for Venezuelan citizens.
Where should you enter?
In the sections explained below that indicate:
Before the Senate Chamber
Before the House of Representatives
Before the White House
Any person regardless of country of origin living in the United States over the age of 18.
No, it is for all people living in the United States of any nationality over 18 years of age.
NO, it is a request to obtain an immigration benefit.
Entering the website and looking for the Register as an Ambassador section. We will make you a link so that you can spread the information among your family and friends and achieve a total of 1000 signatures plus that complete the 4 steps.
My Voice Counts Inc., DBA Comunidad Venezuela
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Good morning, my name is [your name], and I am part of the Venezuelan community in the United States.
I am calling to respectfully request that Congressman [Congressman’s name] support the Venezuelan Adjustment Act, H.R. 1348.
We represent highly qualified human capital that contributes to the economic, social, and cultural growth of the United States. Thank you for passing along this message.