<prompt> Translate the following text to SwahiliLawful permanent residents may depart the United States for extended periods without loss of status, as long as they are not deemed to have abandoned their residence in the United States.  <response>: Wakazi wa kudumu wa kisheria wanaweza kuondoka Marekani kwa vipindi virefu bila kupoteza hadhi, kwa muda mrefu kama hawachukuiwa kuwa wameacha makazi yao nchini Marekani. 