MOTION TO ADOPT Resolution, the title of which is as follows:

County Commission · 2026-08-20 · agenda_item

This item concerns a resolution urging the United States Congress to act on providing protection and a pathway to lawful permanent resident status for Haitian nationals affected by the termination of Temporary Protected Status. The resolution also urges the Executive Branch to redesignate Haiti for TPS or offer other temporary protection. It recognizes the humanitarian, economic, workforce, and family impacts on Broward County. This is a planned action, currently pending before the County Commission. The adoption of this resolution would not directly involve construction or trades, but it highlights a significant community issue. Local businesses, particularly those in legal services and community advocacy, may find opportunities related to supporting affected individuals and families as this issue progresses through federal legislative and executive channels. Early engagement with community organizations and understanding the evolving needs of Haitian nationals in Broward County could be beneficial.