This remedy was created in 1990 for temporary relief to those from countries with natural disasters, civil 
wars, violent conflicts.  Because it is temporary, TPS is not considered relief in Immigration Court.  
Although immigration judges handle TPS cases, differently, in a respondent who establishes TPS 
eligibility, may have his or her case terminated or  administratively closed until the expiration of TPS 
designation. TPS may also be applied for de novo after a denial by CIS.