New Bill Seeks to Limit Immigration Parole Admissions
In a move aimed at reinforcing U.S. immigration policies, new legislation is being introduced to restrict the number of immigration parolees allowed into the country. The proposed "Preventing the Abuse of Immigration Parole Act" would set a limit of 3,000 parole admissions each year, effective from fiscal year 2029.
The act emphasizes that immigration parole should be evaluated on an individual basis rather than allowing broad entry. Specifically, it would prevent individuals from countries deemed "areas of concern" such as Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Syria, and Russia from receiving parole unless explicitly permitted by the Department of State.
Rep. Addison McDowell, a Republican from North Carolina and the bill’s sponsor, stated that past policies have put American families at risk. "Biden’s open-border bureaucrats abused immigration parole to serve their free-lunch agenda—exposing the United States to serious national security vulnerabilities," McDowell said. He criticized the previous administration’s approach, asserting that it disregarded the necessary vetting procedures.
The inspiration for this legislation stems from findings by the U.S. House Homeland Security Committee, which revealed that approximately 2.8 million individuals were granted parole during former President Biden’s time in office, under the oversight of former DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
According to the bill, "The systemic abuse of parole for aliens outside the United States is a threat to national security and future abuse should be prevented."
This upcoming legislation follows ongoing debates about immigration policies and their effects on communities across the nation. It aims to provide a more cautious and responsible approach to immigration, prioritizing the safety and security of American citizens.
