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NJ SR48
NJ SR48Memorializes President and Department of Homeland Security to expedite and prioritize certain immigration applications.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This resolution urges the President of the United States and the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services in the Department of Homeland Security to expedite and prioritize immigration applications, green card applications, and other applications for individuals seeking United States citizenship classified as essential during the Covid-19 pandemic. Although it is of national importance to maintain the safety of our citizens through border restrictions during the Covid-19 pandemic, it is also imperative to ensure those seeking United States citizenship requesting to serve in the healthcare field, and other essential fields, during the Covid-19 crisis receive immediate due process of their applications. This resolution salutes the service and sacrifice of these heroes and asks that their desire to become United States citizens be embraced with urgency by our great nation. Duly authenticated copies of this resolution would be transmitted to the President of the United States and the Director of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services in the Department of Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This resolution respectfully urges the President of the United States and the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which is part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), to speed up and give priority to immigration applications, including those for green cards (which grant lawful permanent residency), for individuals seeking U.S. citizenship who are considered essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The resolution acknowledges the importance of border security during the pandemic but emphasizes that individuals working in critical fields like healthcare, who are applying for citizenship, deserve prompt attention to their applications. It also expresses gratitude for the service and sacrifice of these essential workers and calls for their desire to become U.S. citizens to be met with urgency.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/SR48 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/SR/48_I1.HTM |
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