Liberian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act of 2005

This bill would allow certain Liberian nationals living in the United States to apply for permanent resident status, commonly known as a green card. To qualify, individuals must have been continuously present in the U.S. since January 1, 2005, and meet specific eligibility requirements regarding their background and admissibility.

The legislation also provides protections for eligible applicants by allowing them to apply for work permits and preventing their deportation while their applications are being processed. If enacted, this would provide a formal pathway to legal residency for Liberian refugees and their immediate family members who have established lives in the United States.