Oklahoma Immigration Bill Passes State House

Oklahoma is poised to join Texas, Florida, and Iowa in passing state laws addressing immigration. The state House passed the bill, now moving to the state Senate.


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Recent Supreme Court Decision Cited as Basis to Allow Texas Immigration Law

Texas argues that using the same reasoning as cited in a recent Supreme Court case, the federal government does not have a legal basis to sue the state and pursue an injunction to…


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H-1B Seekers Can Take Legal Action Due to Alleged Employer Fraud

A federal judge found that H-1B holders can pursue legal action over possible visa revocation without proper notice due to their employer’s alleged fraud.


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May 2024 Visa Bulletin: Welcome Updates to Family-Based Categories

As expected, the May 2024 Visa Bulletin saw no updates to Employment-Based visas. Advancements are reported for Family-Based visas.


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USCIS Clarifies Labor Definition of Select Schedule A Occupations

USCIS is updating their definition for a group of Schedule A occupations to agree with existing Department of Labor definitions.


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USCIS Updates Asylum Processing Guidelines

USCIS announced recommendations to ensure affirmative asylum processing is completed on a timely basis, limiting the loss of status.


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U.S. Southern Border Migrant Border Crossings Down in March

U.S. Border Patrol agents detained fewer migrants without a legal basis crossing the southern U.S. border in March 2024 based on preliminary CBP data.


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DACA Renewal Update and Reminders

USCIS provides an update and recommendations for timely DACA renewal processing, suggesting filing 150-days prior to the expiration date.


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Form I-693 Medical Examination Expiration Policy Updated

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced an update to the expiration date for Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record


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FY2025 H-1B Filing Fees Online vs Paper Filing Overview

As of April 1, 2024, FY2025 H-1B filing fees increased. However a discount is available on select filings if submitted them online.


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