Sec. 2011. Time limits for applying for asylum
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Section 208(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act ( 8 U.S.C. 1158(a)(2) ) is amended— by amending subparagraph
(B)to read as follows: Subject to subparagraph (D), paragraph
(1)shall not apply to an alien unless the alien demonstrates, by clear and convincing evidence, that the alien filed an application for asylum not later than 6 months after the date of the alien’s arrival in the United States. ; by amending subparagraph
(D)to read as follows: The Secretary of Homeland Security, in the Secretary’s discretion, may permit an alien to apply for asylum outside of the time limit prescribed under subparagraph
(B)if the Secretary determines that there has been such an extraordinary and material change in circumstances that the alien’s life or freedom would be threatened, because of the alien’s race, religion, nationality, or membership in a particular social group, or political opinion, if the alien were returned to his or her country of origin, nationality, or citizenship. Notwithstanding any other provision of law (statutory or nonstatutory), including section 2241 of title 28, United States Code, or any other habeas corpus provisions, and sections 1361 and 1651 of such title, no court shall have jurisdiction to review a decision by the Secretary under clause (i). ; and by striking subparagraph (E).
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Time limits for applying for asylum
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