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U.S. refugee admissions could not drop below 125,000 a year

Officially: Lady Liberty Act of 2025

After fiscal year 2026, the United States would have to admit at least 125,000 refugees each year. A President could set a higher number, but not a lower one. The bill does not change refugee screening or eligibility rules.

Where it stands

Sitting in House Committee

No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.

What this bill actually does

This bill changes section 207(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. That is the part of federal immigration law that sets yearly refugee admissions.
After fiscal year 2026, the United States could not admit fewer than 125,000 refugees in a year.
The 125,000 minimum still applies even if the President does not make the usual yearly decision. Inaction would not let admissions drop below the legal floor.

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Where this bill is in the process

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Introduced

Introduced in House

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House Committee

Under House committee consideration

Latest: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (1/23/2025)

JAN 23

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House Floor Vote

Voted on by House

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Passed House

Approved by House

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Senate Review

Sent to Senate for consideration

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Passed Both Chambers

Approved by both House and Senate

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Signed into Law

Signed by the President

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