STEM Pathways for the Future Act

House Bill

H.R. 4048

119th Congress

STEM Pathways for the Future Act

In Committee

Introduced:Jun 17, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Darren Soto

Representative

Democratic

FL-9

Cosponsors

15

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Immigration

Summary

The STEM Pathways for the Future Act would allow certain Venezuelan nationals who entered the U.S. before the end of 2021 to apply for lawful permanent resident status within 3 years. Eligible applicants must have been in the U.S. for at least a year and pass background checks. If approved, they and their family members would be granted green cards.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

SponsorDarren Soto (D-FL)

Introduced6/17/2025

StatusReferred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Edu

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STEM Pathways for the Future Act

The STEM Pathways for the Future Act would allow certain Venezuelan nationals who entered the U.S. before the end of 2021 to apply for lawful permanent resident status within 3 years. Eligible applicants must have been in the U.S. for at least a year and pass

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The STEM Pathways for the Future Act would allow certain Venezuelan nationals who entered the U.S. before the end of 2021 to apply for lawful permanent resident status within 3 years. Eligible applicants must have been in the U.S. for at least a year and pass background checks. If approved, they and their family members would be granted green cards.

Bill Number: 4048
Sponsor: Darren Soto (D-FL)
Introduced: 6/17/2025
Status: Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Edu
Policy Area: Immigration

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Fact Sheet

Title: STEM Pathways for the Future Act
Bill Number: 4048
Sponsor: Darren Soto (D-FL)
Status: Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Edu
Introduced: 6/17/2025
Summary: The STEM Pathways for the Future Act would allow certain Venezuelan nationals who entered the U.S. before the end of 2021 to apply for lawful permanent resident status within 3 years. Eligible applicants must have been in the U.S. for at least a year and pass background checks. If approved, they and

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

The STEM Pathways for the Future Act would allow certain Venezuelan nationals who entered the U.S. before the end of 2021 to apply for lawful permanent resident status within 3 years. Eligible applicants must have been in the U.S. for at least a year and pass background checks. If approved, they and their family members would be granted green cards.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Venezuelan Adjustment Act This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to grant lawful permanent resident status to qualifying nationals of Venezuela. A national of Venezuela shall be eligible if that individual (1) applies for lawful permanent resident status no later than three years after this bill's enactment, (2) entered the United States on or before December 31, 2021, (3) has been continuously physically present in the United States for at least one year when filing their application, (4) is otherwise eligible to receive an immigrant visa, and (5) is not inadmissible under various grounds such as a conviction for an aggravated felony. Certain grounds for inadmissibility, such as the public charge ground, shall not apply. The spouse, child, or unmarried son or daughter of an eligible individual shall also be eligible. If an individual has applied for lawful permanent resident status under this bill and is subject to exclusion, deportation, or removal proceedings, DHS may not order that individual's removal unless DHS has made a final determination to deny the application. DHS must provide work authorization to an individual whose application has been pending for more than 180 days, and may also provide authorization before that.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Provides a path to permanent residency for qualifying Venezuelan nationals who entered the U.S. before the end of 2021
Applicants must have been physically present in the U.S. for at least 1 year and pass background checks
Eligible family members of approved applicants can also receive green cards
Certain grounds for inadmissibility, like the public charge rule, would not apply
Work authorization would be provided to applicants if their case is pending for over 180 days

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would allow thousands of Venezuelan immigrants living in the U.S. to gain legal permanent residency, providing them with more rights and stability. It could significantly impact Venezuelan communities across the country, improving their access to jobs, education, healthcare, and other benefits of having a green card.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Immigration

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

4048, 119th Congress (2025). "STEM Pathways for the Future Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-4048

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