; Whereas the Institute for Justice and Democracy in Haiti estimates that Haitian TPS holders contribute $1,300,000,000 to Haiti’s economy through remittances, about 15 percent of GDP, and support up to 500,000 relatives; Whereas the Immigrant Legal Resource Center estimates that termination of TPS for Haiti, which would deprive Haitian nationals of employment authorization, threaten the viability of their businesses, and require the United States to expend nearly $500,000,000 to deport Haitian nationals, would cost the United States more than $2,700,000,000 in GDP and $428,000,000 in Social Security and Medicare contributions over 10 years; Whereas just as their ancestors valiantly fought alongside our troops and contributed to our victory in the American Revolutionary War, Haitian TPS holders contribute to every aspect of society in the United States and are deeply woven into our communities; Whereas Haitian TPS holders’ contributions include raising United States-born children and Haitian-American families, creating jobs as entrepreneurs, making significant contributions to Social Security, Medicare, and other programs as taxpayers, improving our workforce and global competitiveness through their pursuit of higher education, and supporting vulnerable Americans; Whereas President Donald Trump has commended Haitians for their contributions to American society, acknowledged Haiti’s lingering challenges, and committed to being the greatest champion for Haitians; Whereas following a long advocacy campaign supported by more than 100 Members of Congress from both sides of the aisle, Governors, State and local legislators, activists, and various other leaders, the Department of Homeland Security extended Haiti’s temporary protected status through January 22, 2018; Whereas the short-term extension and ensuing statements have triggered widespread uncertainty and panic among Haitian TPS holders