Thank you to Beatriz Ballerini for the following: On August 3, 2020, the Houston Field Office (HFO) will begin processing requests for waivers pursuant to Section 2(a)(xii) of the Presidential […]
Archives for July 2020
Federal Court Blocks Trump Administration From Implementing Public Charge Rule During Pandemic
Judge George Daniels, District Court in the Southern District of New York, ruled that the administrations public charge rule could not be implemented while there was national emergency declaration. The […]
DHS Issues Memo on DACA, Blocking Initial Applications
The Trump Administration will block initial applications for DACA as well as most Advanced Parole while the DHS conducts “full consideration” of DACA policy. See full Memo by Chad Wolf […]
USCIS Ombudsman Confirms Production of LPR/EAD Cards May Continue
In a statement to stakeholders, the Omubudsman’s Office confirms that USCIS did stop producing LPR/EAD cards, and will likely continue if funding is not received from Congress.
President Trump Issues Proclamation Excluding Undocumented Individuals From Inclusion in Apportionment
In a memorandum, the President directs the Secretary of Commerce to exclude individuals that do not have lawful status from the population for purposes of apportionment. The President had previously […]
DHS and DOJ Announce Factors for Reopening MPP Hearings
In a joint statement, the two agencies announce the criteria that must be met for reopening hearings in the Migrant Protection Protocol.
Department of State Announces Phased Resumption of Visa Services
The DOS does not provide a lot of detail, but its at least a step forward in processing of cases.
USCIS Delays EAD/LPR Cards in Some Cases
Recently, members have reported that USCIS has delayed production or issuance of EAD or LPR cards. A Washington Post article indicates this is being done as a cost-saving tactic. Please […]
USCIS Issues Policy Alert Regarding Discretion
The USCIS issued a Policy Alert regarding an adjudication officers use of discretion for benefits. This raises concerns over the Trump administrations forthcoming announcements regarding “merit-based” immigration. The Policy Alert […]
ICE Reverses Course and Issues New FAQ for SEVP Stakeholders Regarding COVID-19
After much outcry and quick litigation, ICE reversed course and issued new FAQs for students in F-1 and M-1 status who attend schools who will be online only.