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        <text><![CDATA[ <p>Liberian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act of 2013 - Adjusts to permanent resident status a qualifying Liberian national who: (1) has been continuously present in the United States between January 1, 2013, through the date of status adjustment application; or (2) is the spouse, child, or unmarried son or daughter of such an alien.</p> <p>Requires adjustment applications to be filed not later than one year after the date of enactment of this Act.</p>]]></text>
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