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This bill amends Section 249 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to update provisions related to immigrant registry, which is a legal mechanism that allows certain long-term residents to apply for legal status. Specifically, the bill changes the header of Section 249 from referencing specific historical entry dates to a more general description of "long-term residents of the United States" and modifies the eligibility requirements so that individuals who have entered the United States at least 7 years before their application date can potentially qualify for legal status. The changes are intended to provide a pathway to legal residency for immigrants who have been living in the United States for a substantial period. The amendments will take effect 60 days after the act is enacted, giving federal immigration authorities time to implement the new provisions. By broadening the registry provisions, the bill aims to offer a legal status option for long-term residents who may have previously been ineligible under more restrictive historical entry date requirements.

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