Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

Bill Number: H.Res. 1375
Origin Chamber: House
Congress: 119th Congress, Session 2
Policy Area: International Affairs
Status: Introduced
Latest Action: 2026-06-18: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Last Updated: 2026-07-02T19:52:19Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose of the Legislation This House resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to supporting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons both domestically and internationally. It highlights World Refugee Day on June 20, 2026, and the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention, while criticizing current policies suspending refugee admissions and calling for their restoration.

Key Provisions Outlined

Recognizes the urgency of fair and humane policies for forced migration.
Reaffirms bipartisan support for protecting refugees, including education for children fleeing war or persecution.
Acknowledges contributions from individuals and organizations like the UNHCR.
Calls for full restoration of asylum protections under the Refugee Act of 1980.
Emphasizes the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program as a tool for national security and international solidarity.
Urges President Trump to end the indefinite suspension of refugee admissions.
Directs the Secretaries of State, Homeland Security, and Health and Human Services, along with the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, to:
Provide humanitarian assistance and protect vulnerable groups.
Partner internationally to address root causes of displacement.
Support UNHCR and NGOs without regard to origin or background.
Assist frontline host countries with development aid.
Include refugees in policy decisions.
Meet robust admissions goals and fulfill 2023 Global Refugee Forum pledges.
Address barriers for refugees with disabilities.
Reaffirm commitments on World Refugee Day.

Significant Changes to Existing Law Introduced As a non-binding resolution, this measure introduces no amendments to statutes. It instead reaffirms obligations under the Refugee Act of 1980 and the 1951 Refugee Convention, while highlighting the principle of non-refoulement.

Potential Impacts

Government Agencies: Encourages coordinated actions by the Departments of State, Homeland Security, and Health and Human Services to resume admissions and increase assistance.
Citizens: Notes economic contributions from refugees, such as $581 billion in revenue from 2005–2019, and their role in workforce integration.
International Relations: Aims to strengthen U.S. leadership in global humanitarian efforts, support host countries in low- and middle-income nations, and promote stability through resettlement.

Main Stakeholders Affected

Refugees and displaced persons, including those from Syria, Ukraine, Afghanistan, Sudan, Venezuela, Haiti, Gaza, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rohingya communities, and the Sahel region.
U.S. federal agencies involved in immigration and foreign assistance.
International bodies like the UNHCR and nongovernmental organizations.
Frontline refugee-hosting countries and U.S. communities receiving resettled individuals.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications The resolution states that the Constitution protects noncitizens within U.S. jurisdiction with due process rights. It describes certain admission suspensions, nationality-based bars, and asylum restrictions as inconsistent with the Constitution, the Refugee Act of 1980, treaty obligations, and international human rights norms. It also notes that the ongoing suspension leaves over 100,000 conditionally approved refugees stranded and criticizes specific executive actions, such as Executive Order 14163 and low presidential determinations on admissions.

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Sponsor

Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36]

Cosponsors (34)

Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9], Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5], Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4], Rep. García, Jesús G. "Chuy" [D-IL-4], Rep. Ansari, Yassamin [D-AZ-3], Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large], Rep. Moulton, Seth [D-MA-6], Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12], Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13], Rep. Pocan, Mark [D-WI-2], Rep. DeGette, Diana [D-CO-1], Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4], Rep. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44], Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10], Rep. Menefee, Christian D. [D-TX-18], Rep. McClellan, Jennifer L. [D-VA-4], Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2], Rep. Balint, Becca [D-VT-At Large], Rep. Amo, Gabe [D-RI-1], Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12], Rep. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26], Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4], Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3], Rep. Jackson, Jonathan L. [D-IL-1], Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26], Rep. Garcia, Sylvia R. [D-TX-29], Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-28], Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7], Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12], Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9], Rep. Mejia, Analilia [D-NJ-11], Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7], Rep. Leger Fernandez, Teresa [D-NM-3], Rep. Carter, Troy A. [D-LA-2]

Recent Actions

2026-06-18: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
2026-06-18: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
2026-06-18: Submitted in House

Bill Versions

Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world. — issued 2026-06-18 — PDF (11 pages)