New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill SR91

Introduced
4/8/24  

Caption

Urges Congress to provide aid to Haitian migrants.

Impact

The resolution highlights the urgent need for humanitarian assistance, with reports indicating that nearly 4.9 million people require support due to food insecurity and weakened health care systems exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The text underlines the dangerous journeys undertaken by Haitian migrants seeking safety and opportunity, noting the interception of migrant vessels by the U.S. Coast Guard. The call for aid encompasses funding for shelter, legal services, food, and medical assistance aimed at frontline organizations assisting these vulnerable populations.

Summary

Senate Resolution No. 91 urges Congress to provide substantial assistance to Haitian migrants who are fleeing ongoing political and humanitarian crises in Haiti. The resolution outlines the dire circumstances in Haiti, citing the aftermath of a significant earthquake in 2021 and the assassination of President Jovenel Mose, which has led to increased gang violence and severe human rights abuses. The Biden administration has recognized these deteriorating conditions, characterizing Haiti as grappling with a political crisis and rising violence, urging a coordinated response to aid the Haitian populace.

Contention

The resolution signifies a crucial step in advocating for increased federal support for Haitian migrants amid various challenges that they face during their migration attempts. However, such resolutions can also lead to polarized opinions regarding immigration policies in the U.S., dividing stakeholders on priorities in addressing the crises abroad versus the implications of increased migration on domestic resources. It reflects the ongoing debate about the responsibility of the U.S. government in providing aid versus the enforcement of immigration policies that impact how migrants enter the country.

Companion Bills

NJ AR65

Same As Urges Congress to provide aid to Haitian migrants.

NJ AR149

Carry Over Urges Congress to provide aid to Haitian migrants.

NJ SR112

Carry Over Urges Congress to provide aid to Haitian migrants.

Previously Filed As

NJ SR112

Urges Congress to provide aid to Haitian migrants.

NJ AR149

Urges Congress to provide aid to Haitian migrants.

NJ AR65

Urges Congress to provide aid to Haitian migrants.

NJ S3197

Requires DHS to establish Haitian Migrant Assistance Program.

NJ A4341

Requires DHS to establish Haitian Migrant Assistance Program.

NJ HR140

Urging the President and Congress of the United States to direct additional humanitarian aid to Haiti.

NJ S3048

Concerns collection of data relating to Haitian migrants in NJ.

NJ A4190

Concerns collection of data relating to Haitian migrants in NJ.

NJ A1993

Concerns collection of data relating to Haitian migrants in NJ.

NJ HR1241

Calling for the establishment of a comprehensive, long-term development program to rebuild the Republic of Haiti.

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