Temporary Protected Status Program May Be Scaled Back

The Temporary Protected Status program appears to be in question under the incoming Trump administration. While nothing is certain, working with an experienced attorney to review options to maintain legal status in the U.S. as early as possible is a good idea.

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Why Employers Should Consider Filing H-1B Extensions Before 2025

While we don’t know what exactly is ahead for the H-1B program, we consider the past Trump administration for insight. Employers should file H-1B extensions with premium processing for eligible employees now to secure their current workforce.

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Act Now: Leverage Current Policies Before Potential Immigration Changes Under Trump Administration

With President-Elect Trump's recent election victory, heated immigration reform discussions have become the forefront issue in American politics. While it is impossible to predict exactly what changes we will see during his administration, taking action now is crucial.

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December 2024 Visa Bulletin: Slight Advancement for India in Employment Based EB-2 and E-B3

The December 2024 visa bulletin shows slight advancement for India in employment based EB-2 and E-B3 categories. For family-based categories, no advancement or retrogression is reported.

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Expected Updates to U.S. Immigration Under Trump Presidency

The President-elect is expected to enact several executive actions addressing U.S. immigration as soon as his first day in office, with a focus on interior enforcement among other items.

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Supreme Court Considers Voluntary Removal Grace Period

The U.S. Supreme Court is considering the effects of weekends and holidays on how the 60-day voluntary removal deadline is determined.

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Spousal Parole Program Blocked

The Keeping Families Together spousal parole in place program block continues. A Texas federal judge found the program lacked authority.

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Strategic Employment-Based Immigration Planning for 2025: What Recent Talent Demand in the U.S. Means for Proactive Employers

Advance planning is key for future employment-based immigration needs. Employers should identify their hiring needs early and plan in advance for the best possible result.

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Supreme Court Agrees to Consider 30-Day Appeal Window for Removal Orders

The U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear a matter that may resolve conflicting findings between two circuit courts on the 30-day appeal window in removal cases.

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Texas Law Requires Immigration Status Check for Medical Treatment, Response Optional

Texas hospitals are now required to ask patients their immigration status. Individuals are not required to respond. The information is used to track costs of treatment for those without status.

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Canadian Immigration Numbers to Drop

Canadian immigration levels are planned to drop in the coming years. The number of permanent residents, temporary residents, and international students are also affected.

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US Conducts Removal Flight to India

A removal flight from the U.S. to India occurred on October 22, 2024. In the previous fiscal year, over 160,000 individuals have been returned to their home countries.

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DHS Urged to Clear Immigrant Employment Authorization Backlog

A group of congressional Democrats are urging USCIS to clear the immigrant employment authorization backlog prior to Biden leaving office, identifying funds and potential strategies.

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Circuit Court Split Over Required Location of Asylum Seekers

A Ninth Circuit panel returned a split decision on a matter challenging the Biden administration requirement that asylum seekers must be on U.S. soil to qualify for processing requirement.

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Sixteen States Challenge Border Asylum Officers Authority

A group of sixteen states led by Texas are challenging whether border asylum officers have the authority to approve asylum requests, stating the do not have the authority, per the INA and the Homeland Security Act.

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Texas Lacks Standing in Spousal Parole Program, per Biden Admin

The Biden administration is arguing that Texas does not have legal standing to challenge the spousal parole program and as such, the program stay should be revoked.

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Lebanese Nationals Currently in the U.S. Offered TPS and DED

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced qualifying Lebanese nationals currently in the United States can apply for Temporary Protected Status (TPS).

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Back Pay Owed Due to Lag in Reporting Termination of H-1B Worker

A recent lawsuit pointed out the importance of full compliance with USCIS guidelines when the termination of an H-1B worker occurs.

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Policy Guidance Update Clarifies Expedite Requests

USCIS updated their policy guidance to clarify expedite requests for travel-related requests, urgent or humanitarian needs or emergencies, and government interests.

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Sunset Date Set for Non-Minister Religious Workers Visa Program

The Non-Minister Religious Worker Visa has a sunset date of December 20, 2024. The program for ministerial religious workers is not affected.

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