USCIS Announces Expansion of myProgress Program

The myProgress program giving users insight as to estimated wait times for select U.S. immigration steps is expanding to Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, and…


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Supreme Court Urged to Hear Case Over H-1B Holders Spousal Right to Work

A group of information technology workers is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a district court ruling upholding the policy of allowing spouses of H-1B visa holders…


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USCIS Announces Online Tool to Reschedule Biometrics Appointments

USCIS announced an online option to reschedule biometrics appointments under certain requirements. The USCIS Call Center is still an option as well.


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New Path to Citizenship for Qualifying Central Americans and Colombians

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a new path to citizenship for qualifying individuals from select Central American counties and Columbia. The program starts on…


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Important News for Dependents of FY2024 H-1B Cap Season

Now that the H-1B Cap filing period is over, it is important to be aware of the implication of filing a change of status for prospective H-1B nonimmigrant status holders and their…


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Standard Driver’s Licenses Available to Noncitizens in Illinois Regardless of Immigration Status

Regardless of their immigration status, immigrants in Illinois will soon have the ability to apply for a standard driver’s license to be used for identification. The Governor of…


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Supreme Court Agrees to Hear BIA Hardship Outcomes

The Supreme Court agreed to hear two cases that consider immigration issues in the next session. One case considers whether appeals courts have the authority to review BIA…


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Canadian Work Permit Program Announced for U.S. H-1B Visa Holders

Canada is creating a streamlined work permit process for U.S.-based H-1B specialty occupation visa holders. As of July 16th, 2023, U.S. H1-B visa holders and their accompanying…


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VAWA: Rising Above Domestic Violence

Domestic violence leaves countless lives shattered. This is especially true for those who do not have legal status in the United States. However, with the Violence Against Women…


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Supreme Court Finds In Favor of Biden’s ICE Deportation Guidelines

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that both Texas and Louisiana do not possess the necessary standing to challenge President Biden's efforts in prioritizing national security threats…


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