This bill updates a part of immigration law called “registry.” It would let certain long‑time residents apply for lawful status if they have lived in the United States for at least 7 years before they apply. It replaces the old fixed cutoff date with a simple “7 years before the application date” rule. The change would start 60 days after the bill becomes law.

Key points

• Who is affected: Long‑term residents who have been in the U.S. at least 7 years before they file an application.
• What changes: The registry date becomes a rolling “7 years before you apply,” making the benefit available to more people over time.
• When it starts: 60 days after enactment.