Moulton Votes to Extend Haiti TPS Following Successful Discharge Petition

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-06) voted today to extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti. The legislation, passed after Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) led a successful discharge petition to force a vote on the bill, would extend TPS for Haitians for three years, until April 2029.

"Haitian TPS holders are our neighbors, caregivers, and essential workers, and they deserve stability, not deportation," said Congressman Moulton. "I'm proud to vote today to extend these protections and stand with the Haitian community in Massachusetts and across our country. Ending TPS would not only tear families apart, but also worsen our healthcare workforce shortage and harm our economy. It's why I've consistently supported efforts to protect Haitian TPS recipients and will continue to work to provide long-term stability for these families to ensure they can continue to contribute to the communities that they call home. I was proud to be the third House member to sign the discharge petition to force a vote on this critical legislation, and I applaud Congresswoman Pressley for leading this charge."

In addition to today's vote, Congressman Moulton has:

• Joined multiple letters raising concerns about TPS terminations and the impact on the U.S. health care workforce.
• Participated in a field hearing on TPS for Haiti alongside Congresswoman Pressley in Mattapan, MA.
• Cosponsored efforts to protect Haitian TPS recipients from detention and deportation.
• Signed amicus briefs supporting TPS recipients in federal court, including before the Supreme Court.

Haitian TPS holders play a vital role in the U.S. economy and health care system, with more than 20 percent working in health care and contributing billions in economic activity each year. Advocates warn that ending TPS would exacerbate workforce shortages, disrupt care for seniors, and harm local economies.

The push to extend TPS comes as Haiti continues to face severe instability, including widespread violence, political unrest, and limited access to basic services.

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