The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released information to Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) user agencies about documentation and the SAVE verification process for individuals who are paroled in the United States under the new Military...
Topic: Immigration Updates
DOL Debars Labor Contractor From H-2A Program for Three Years
The Department of Labor (DOL) has debarred Harvest Plus LLC, a farm labor contractor based in Kennewick, Washington, from participating in the H-2A temporary agricultural worker program for three years. DOL found that the employer "provided workers with unhealthy...
DHS Designates Lebanon for Temporary Protected Status, Announces Other Relief
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced several measures "to provide temporary immigration reprieve to eligible Lebanese nationals currently in the United States" and to allow them to request work authorization, including Temporary Protected Status (TPS),...
Miller Mayer’s Steve Yale-Loehr Comments on Migrant Parole Program in Gothamist
Steve was quoted in White House Move Spells Doom for Migrant Program That's Aided Untold Numbers in NY. Commenting on the Biden administration's decision not to extend parole for certain people from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, Steve noted that the program...
November Visa Bulletin Announces Extension of Religious Workers Category and Effects of NDAA on Certain Employees of the U.S. Government Abroad
The Department of State's Visa Bulletin for November 2024 includes the following information: The Employment Fourth Preference Religious Workers (SR) category was extended until December 20, 2024. No SR visas may be issued overseas, or final action taken on adjustment...
USCIS Launches PDF Filing Option for Certain Work Permit Applicants
On October 8, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a PDF filing option for certain applicants seeking an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). Eligible applicants now may upload a completed Form I-765, Application for Employment...
New Application Released for Travel, Parole, Arrival/Departure Documents; No Grace Period
On October 11, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced publication of a new Form I-131 (06/17/24 edition). The new form is named "Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records." It is used to apply for...
USCIS Updates Guidance on Expedite Requests
On October 11, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced an update to its guidance on expedite requests, effective immediately. The update in the USCIS Policy Manual clarifies how the agency considers expedite requests related to government...
USCIS Updates Guidance on Expedite Requests
On October 11, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced an update to its guidance on expedite requests, effective immediately. The update in the USCIS Policy Manual clarifies how the agency considers expedite requests related to government...
OFLC Releases FAQs on Employer Needs and Communications During Recent Major Disasters
The Department of Labor's Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) released frequently asked questions (FAQs) on issues related to employer needs and communications in areas affected by hurricanes, severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides, specifically...
