https://www.uscis.gov/ The RSS Feed for the Electronic Reading Room page en https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ResponseLettertoIIUSA.pdf Immigrant Investor Program Office’s response to letter from IIUSA requesting clarification on filing of Form I-956G by December 29, 2023 and whether regional centers’ noncompliance will result in consequences such as termination. Wed, 27 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 6c0b0957-2379-49d0-9985-48dd990b4bc5 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/2023H-2NoticeofProposedRulemaking-Hygh.pdf Correspondence concerning the NPRM Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections.  Fri, 22 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 957568df-9bb9-4640-933a-b2b9b800b0ad https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/2022TemporaryFinalRuleforEmploymentAuthorizationDocuments-RepresentativeEspaillat.pdf Correspondence requesting the temporary 540-day automatic extension rule be made permanent.  Fri, 22 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 8a3dab20-e6db-45bd-bb89-34fc0095f52a https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/2023H-2NoticeofProposedRulemaking-Bittner.pdf Correspondence requesting an additional 30-day public comment period for the NPRM Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections. Thu, 21 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS e74fe021-1547-4f3b-a730-a1889d8a6583 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/2023H-2NoticeofProposedRulemaking-Marsh.pdf Correspondence requesting an additional 30-day public comment period for the NPRM Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections.  Thu, 21 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS b30893e3-73e9-4fe5-842d-42361244b868 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusandSpecialStudentReliefforBelarus-BelarusFreedomForum.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of TPS and SSR for Belarus.  Thu, 21 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS e268b5e8-8ad6-413a-a92f-e9b2a2749acc https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/2023H-2NoticeofProposedRulemaking-Adams.pdf Correspondence requesting an additional 60-day public comment period for the NPRM Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections.  Thu, 21 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 3fbd0319-f891-4998-8872-f8f2eb2bb4a5 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/2023H-2NoticeofProposedRulemaking-RepresentativeSchrier.pdf Correspondence requesting an additional 60-day public comment period for the NPRMs Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment in the United States, and Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections.  Thu, 21 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 193d0571-ae73-4602-9f64-df751ee5340a https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/2023H-2NoticeofProposedRulemaking-SenatorHyde-Smith.pdf Correspondence requesting an additional 60-day public comment period for the NPRM entitled Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections.  Wed, 20 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 79ee1959-d193-4c2e-8890-d4ab932ab89d https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ResponseLettertoAILA.pdf Immigrant Investor Program Office’s response to letter from AILA requesting clarification on termination for “purely administrative noncompliance” of regional centers designated prior to the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (RIA). Tue, 19 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS eab19b0d-c79a-4ffd-a3da-0322b1417f9c https://www.uscis.gov/save/about-save/save-verification-process For Federal, State and Local Government Agencies and Licensing Bureaus Tue, 19 Dec 23 04:00:00 -0500 USCIS 531581db-b6e9-4104-b9e1-30350ed0c0d7 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/questions-and-answers/USCISandAILAFirstQuarterMeetingQuestionsandAnswers.pdf On December 14, 2023, USCIS and American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) met to discuss parole. AILA submitted questions, which USCIS answered. Thu, 14 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS b1a36ac1-3321-44bd-ab01-103b07355a96 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/AsylumSeekers-MayorLeighty.pdf Correspondence requesting consideration to shorten the wait time for work authorization for asylum applicants whose asylum claims have not been deemed frivolous, and who are not in detention, to 30 days.  Fri, 08 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 768311ee-d5e3-4735-b24e-5347744f59bd https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TPSforNicaragua-RepresentativeCherfilus-McCormick.pdf Correspondence requesting re-designation of TPS for Nicaragua.  Fri, 08 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS c96c77f1-2c06-4c29-b6b5-8c3b408c16e9 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EB-4Visas-SenatorCollins.pdf Correspondence concerning the length of time it will take for applicants to receive an employment-based, fourth preference visa.  Wed, 06 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS b7452ce0-db0c-4bf9-938f-c14c13b45c1e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforCameroon-RepresentativeLofgren.pdf Correspondence requesting an 18-month extension and re-designation of TPS for Cameroon.  Tue, 05 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 1d351fc3-451a-4cf3-b120-32d3f2312783 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/SpecialImmigrantJuveniles-Scholtz.pdf Correspondence offering specific policy recommendations for USCIS to remove obstacles facing Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) recipients, or SIJs.  Tue, 05 Dec 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 50d5bb58-0ef3-4e73-abf8-c2e7d593fddd https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/PetitionforAlienRelative-RepresentativeCastro.pdf Correspondence regarding the extended blanket authorization for the Department of State to accept and adjudicate Form I-130 immediate relative petitions filed by U.S. citizen government employees assigned to U.S. embassies and consulates. Tue, 28 Nov 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 0ea04c5f-3e90-4ef9-b799-f30eb97461c2 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Skills-BasedHiring-Cooper.pdf Correspondence regarding how skills-based hiring initiatives intersect with H-1B standards. Mon, 20 Nov 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 906ce746-e6b8-4a64-b2ef-5f07869705f7 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/OptionalPracticalTraining-Kand.pdf Correspondence requesting enhancements to OPT rules for retaining US. Trained STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) graduates. Fri, 17 Nov 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS a9b62247-8d05-4672-91f6-6c87c71b7ab7 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/HumanitarianParole-RepresentativeMeeks.pdf Correspondence requesting humanitarian parole, on a case-by-case basis, for migrants who entered the United States during the implementation of Title 42. Fri, 17 Nov 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 74c2f408-a80c-4b42-a074-3857699e7396 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/CancellationofRemovalforCertainNon-PermanentResidents-D%C3%A1vila.pdf Correspondence with suggestions to modernize cancellation of removal processes to make them more accessible to those who are eligible. Fri, 17 Nov 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 5c9f102d-647f-4702-92c6-d0175c3a6618 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EmploymentAuthorizationDocument-Kand.pdf Correspondence requesting changes in EAD policy for nonimmigrant visa holders and their families. Fri, 17 Nov 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS d3dfb397-37bc-474a-ae0f-a94d1d12683d https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/CreatingAdvancedStreamlineElectronicServicesforConstituentsActof2019-SenatorBraun.pdf Correspondence regarding USCIS’ implementation of the statutory requirements established by the CASES Act. Fri, 17 Nov 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS a2d51868-5898-494a-a754-4dfa34b366a8 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/questions-and-answers/USCISMeetingwithAILAandCoalitionPartnersonTUandVAWA.pdf Pre-submitted and follow-up questions. Thu, 16 Nov 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 41b61940-1f1c-4754-88ae-799383ff633f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/DeferredActionforChildhoodArrivals-RepresentativePorter.pdf Correspondence regarding the trajectory of litigation and the rising likelihood that DACA will end. Wed, 15 Nov 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS f0e3a188-7602-4670-889f-c496e418f571 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TPSandSSRfor%20theDemocraticRepublicofCongo-RepresentativeClarke.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of TPS and SSR for the Democratic Republic of Congo. Mon, 13 Nov 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 28bec616-ff8e-44e7-b3ce-207fbb1e972b https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EmploymentAuthorizationFilingFee-SenatorGillibrand.pdf Correspondence requesting the filing fee for parolees be waived in order to expedite the work authorization process and provide individuals the ability to legally and safely work. Wed, 08 Nov 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS a8dd362c-837b-4eea-991e-cc6bc96b9f5e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforEl%20SalvadorNicaraguaHondurasandNepal-Reddy.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension for current TPS beneficiaries under the Ramos litigation to re-register to retain their protection and benefits under TPS. Mon, 06 Nov 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 21c4c468-64db-49ae-80a8-6338b43d5760 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforElSalvadorandHonduras-MadamAmbassador.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension of the registration period for beneficiaries of El Salvador and Honduras.  Tue, 31 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS fbc9588d-d920-4096-8ea1-797929a28b2a https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/NationalEngagement-USCISCustomerExperienceOnlineTools.pdf Tue, 31 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 61e8bdb8-14da-4402-a506-079a82417a19 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/AsylumSeekers-RepresentativeEspaillat.pdf Correspondence requesting action to alleviate financial strains on cities that are providing quality care for migrants.  Fri, 27 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 967a3a0d-ea43-41f8-8158-d9ef92d52ee7 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EB-5QuarterlyMeetingMinutes-October2023.pdf On September 1, 2022, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California in Behring Regional Center LLC and IIUSA v. Mayorkas, et al., 3:22-cv-2487, and EB5 Capital, et al. v. Dept. of Homeland Security, et al., 3:22-cv-3948, approved a settlement between the parties. Under the terms of the settlement, representatives of USCIS must participate in quarterly meetings with representatives of the plaintiffs to discuss implementation of the settlement. In accordance with the transparency provisions of Sec. Mon, 23 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS a5d0e7be-3420-416f-8481-adb5d6bff0ba https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforCameroon-HaitianBridgeAlliance.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension and redesignation of TPS for Cameroon.  Mon, 23 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 0522d3d3-7ca3-457a-a797-44819d16f0d4 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/USCISInstituteofMuseumandLibraryServicesWebinar-ImmigrationandNaturalizationforMilitaryMembersandTheirFamilies.pdf Overview of the immigration and naturalization process for military members, veterans, and their families. This event was hosted by USCIS on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern. During this engagement, USCIS shared a brief overview of the military naturalization and family-based immigration process, and shared best practices on how museums and libraries can partner with USCIS to promote this information. Thu, 19 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 5ee63612-cde8-4d1f-be66-ef295d9e8a15 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/O3Program-RepresentativeMoskowitz.pdf Correspondence expressing support for O3 Worldwide, Inc. to establish a new commercial enterprise. Wed, 18 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS cf0bbe47-271b-4f53-a305-e2abe328a296 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H-1BCapExemptions-Baker.pdf Correspondence with questions on how H-1B cap exemptions are used in compliance with existing law and regulations.  Wed, 18 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 9afeeb12-7c83-4cae-90ab-fd02827f1659 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/P-1AVisaClassification-RepresentativeLaHood.pdf Correspondence regarding petitions involving the Major Arena Soccer League.  Thu, 12 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS c9c92634-15a9-47a6-bfff-8500756cd8d8 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ProvisionalWaiverProgramandCancellationofRemoval-Ram%C3%B3n.pdf Correspondence regarding barriers for immigration families, including those in the Latino community. Wed, 11 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS a9503c3a-79d0-4563-951a-a3c394427cec https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforElSalvadorHondurasNepalandNicaragua-RepresentativeBarrag%C3%A1n.pdf Correspondence requesting extension and redesignation of TPS for El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua. Tue, 10 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 3bd4882a-85f7-45a1-acd3-c966f6f9e95a https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforSouthSudan-Konate.pdf Correspondence requesting extension and redesignation of TPS for South Sudan. Tue, 10 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 9d9906e3-ba57-4b1f-9f20-10f621b31242 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EmploymentBasedVisas-Bhatia.pdf Correspondence requesting all employment-based visas be made current in the Visa Bulletin for October 2023. Fri, 06 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 6eeba5c2-7d62-400a-af76-b927946972db https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/CredibleFearInterviews-Dojaquez-Torres.pdf Correspondence regarding asylum seekers undergoing credible fear interviews while in U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) custody.  Fri, 06 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS c7f4c070-dfea-4f16-b824-4e61423a0581 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Hart%20DairyCreameryCorporation-SenatorWarnock.pdf Correspondence expressing support for the expedited processing of the Burke County Dairy Plant EB-5 investment project.  Fri, 06 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 5982ebb0-e654-4c65-a764-6444f4254c62 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforSouthSudan-RepresentativePingree.pdf Correspondence requesting extension and redesignation of TPS for South Sudan. Fri, 06 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 3395b013-3cfa-4431-855d-b9b292914389 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/CurrentIssuesSessionNAFSARegionalConferences2023QuestionsandAnswers.pdf On October 5, 2023, USCIS addressed questions submitted by NAFSA: Association of International Educators’ members in advance of their regional conferences taking place throughout the Fall. Thu, 05 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 36016de4-593b-4bc1-9ceb-b0e3756b8981 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforElSalvadorNicaraguaHondurasandNepal-Paul.pdf Correspondence requesting designation or redesignation of TPS for Central American Countries and Nepal. Wed, 04 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS cb5a410e-bde8-4421-85d6-0db8f3f0a7e2 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/AfghanSupportCenters-RepresentativeBowman.pdf Correspondence requesting wraparound services to all asylum seekers. Wed, 04 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 2dafbb48-ea60-4fe9-b6f0-43bcc0148eb8 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ServicesforAsylumSeekers-RepresentativeBowman.pdf Correspondence requesting additional support in Westchester County, New York. Wed, 04 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS f46106ea-0734-4130-987f-c6aaa7c78d04 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/CredibleFearInterviews-SenatorPadilla.pdf Correspondence regarding credible fear interviews while in CBP custody. Mon, 02 Oct 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 2cbe7d90-9a05-43a2-b278-3fa12df9e9af https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/questions-and-answers/USCISandAILAFourthQuarterMeetingQuestionsandAnswersPart2.pdf On September 27, 2023, USCIS and American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) met to discuss USCIS online filing and technology issues. AILA submitted questions, which USCIS answered. Wed, 27 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 8c907db0-b0a1-4e14-a909-44633da40baa https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/questions-and-answers/USCISandAILAFourthQuarterMeetingQuestionsandAnswers.pdf On September 27, 2023, USCIS and American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) met to discuss USCIS online filing and technology issues. AILA submitted questions, which USCIS answered. Wed, 27 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS f4bf7b5a-052a-42b9-ab08-c67f1361148e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EmploymentBasedVisas-RepresentativeKrishnamoorthi.pdf Correspondence requesting all employment-based visas be made current on the October 1, 2023 Visa Bulletin. Mon, 25 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 6546a5e9-775e-4dfb-9503-68b341b19624 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/LahainaWildfires-SenatorHirono.pdf Correspondence regarding recovery efforts and requesting the agency continue working constructively to maximize assistance to impacted individuals. Fri, 22 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 1dfb16e7-21a6-41d7-a48e-d95d8da3cc8b https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/NationalEngagement-HARTQuarterly.pdf Fri, 22 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS aff9fef7-10fb-464d-b621-1109f9dd068b https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EmploymentAuthorizationDocuments-RepresentativeMorelle.pdf Correspondence requesting better access to EAD for asylum seekers. Thu, 21 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 7de33afb-368e-481f-9d02-ffb36666884a https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TPSforElSalvadorHaitiHondurasNepalNicaraguaandSudan-NationalTPSAlliance.pdf Correspondence requesting extensions of registration deadlines through June 30, 2024. Wed, 20 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 02d5b563-35e4-4db5-b848-a7637d9abc38 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforElSalvador-MadamAmbassador.pdf Correspondence regarding the current TPS re-registration process for El Salvador. Wed, 20 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS bfa48f7a-7d3c-46b8-b107-ef126368f671 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/AsylumQuarterlyEngagement-FY23Quarter4Presentation.pdf Tue, 19 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 0dc8f54d-19ac-4fa8-a7cd-3860b796e773 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ImmigrationReliefforNigerians-Mossi.pdf Correspondence requesting immigration relief to Nigerians such as Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Deferred Enforced Departure (DED), Special Student Relief (SSR), prosecutorial discretion, and expedited processing. Mon, 18 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS ef779501-67f4-45b1-9e1d-8bd76bed625e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EstablishmentofUSCISOfficeinOregon-RepresentativeSalinas.pdf Correspondence requesting a satellite office be placed in Salem, Oregon. Fri, 15 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS ad0a5579-2fd9-4b86-87bd-ba639e0a127a https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforNepal-RepresentativeMeng.pdf Correspondence requesting redesignation of TPS for Nepal.  Wed, 13 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 9758104b-08fb-4b4c-8830-bb0377fdbd4f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/USCISWebinarImmigrationOverviewforVeteransServiceOrganizations.pdf Overview of the immigration and naturalization process for military members, veterans, and their families. This event was hosted by USCIS on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023, from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern. During this engagement, USCIS shared a brief overview of the military naturalization and family-based immigration process, and shared best practices on how Veterans Service Organizations can partner with USCIS to promote this information.  Tue, 12 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 676caf53-d386-4c49-a25d-6cfc463b4238 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H-1BCap-Smith.pdf Correspondence concerning the H-1B lottery selection process. Tue, 12 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS b8681803-7756-4310-b7cb-647b99d81c9b https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/CancellationofRemoval-Cervantes.pdf Correspondence requesting relief and stability to children in mixed-status immigrant families. Mon, 11 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 10fa1e1d-20de-47ee-ad6a-383dc1992d49 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/BiometricRequirements-Asnani.pdf Correspondence concerning the requirement to seek a biometrics appointment prior to their final hearing before the Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR). Fri, 08 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS b1a62355-fa2d-49e4-96b2-c3927daeb48b https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/FamilyReunificationProcessesforColumbiaCubaElSalvadorGuatemalaHaitiandHonduras.pdf U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) hosted a virtual stakeholder engagement on Friday, Sept. 8, from 1–2:30 p.m. Eastern.  During this engagement USCIS provided an overview of the Family Reunification Parole (FRP) processes for Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras, announced by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on July 10, 2023. USCIS also shared updates on the modernized FRP processes for Cuba and Haiti, announced by DHS on August 11, 2023.   Fri, 08 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 1865e6e2-2c5c-4ccb-9266-89e3405d7dec https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/OandPVisaFees-RepresentativePingree.pdf Correspondence concerning the recent Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to increase immigration benefit fees. Fri, 08 Sep 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 255daca3-e297-4318-be2f-efc1263831cb https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/AffirmativeAsylumProceduresManual.pdf Thu, 31 Aug 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 558a94f8-0abf-4ca5-8ea7-136339cebb14 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/USCISOnlineCustomerExperienceEngagement.pptx Overview of the new online self-service tools and enhancements designed to streamline processes and improve the overall customer experience. This event was hosted by USCIS on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern. During this engagement, USCIS provided a step-by-step overview of each new tool and enhancement, and responded to questions. Wed, 30 Aug 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 71bf54ae-ac40-4d3c-90f3-d5809850362e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforVenezuelaandNicaragua-SenatorDurbin.pdf Correspondence requesting redesignation of TPS for Venezuela and Nicaragua. Fri, 25 Aug 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS c44d5b27-39a9-4e7c-94da-73e580fe9231 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforUkraine-Walker.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension and redesignation of TPS for Ukraine. Fri, 25 Aug 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 586b009a-d1dd-4687-935c-f416806d6153 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/CentralAmericanMinorsProgram-ChairmanHiggins.pdf Correspondence concerning changes to the original guidelines of the CAM program.   Tue, 22 Aug 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 87245f71-54f7-4285-8cb9-7daacbae0f3f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H-2BWorkersinGuam-DellIsola.pdf Correspondence requesting a reprieve to allow existing H-2B workers to assist with critical recovery from the impact of Super Typhoon Mawar.  Fri, 18 Aug 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS aa2eb51a-9388-4ffb-ae1a-8997d61ae02e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/GreenCardBacklog-Huseman.pdf Correspondence with recommendations on ways to improve the employment-based immigration system and to fully eliminate the Green Card backlog.   Mon, 14 Aug 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS dde456d9-1ba8-4ca7-87a6-81750ef2f10c https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/WorkPermitsandParoleforHondurans-Rodriguez.pdf Correspondence concerning the processing of Temporary Protected Status based employment authorization documents and travel authorization requests.  Thu, 10 Aug 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 92609f00-6854-4980-8421-5327135b7e61 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/CircumventionofLawfulPathwaysFinalRule-Neilson.pdf Correspondence concerning barriers and vulnerabilities of Indigenous Peoples.  Wed, 09 Aug 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 78b3224f-0637-4662-93cc-25eb42a1fcc6 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TPSandDEDforVenezuelaElSalvadorGuatemalaHondurasandNicaragua-RepresentativeGoldman.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of DED and designation or redesignation of TPS for Venezuela, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.  Tue, 08 Aug 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS dcc5ebe4-53d2-436a-9dc5-e48924f99dc9 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/IncreasesinFeesforSmallBusinesses-ChairmanWilliams.pdf Correspondence regarding the recent rule proposal to change certain immigration and naturalization benefit request fees.  Fri, 04 Aug 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 5eba08da-17a5-4f23-b7ba-a35966174cba https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EmploymentAuthorization-HisEminenceCupich.pdf Correspondence concerning employment authorization for asylum seekers and other migrants arriving at the southwest border.  Tue, 01 Aug 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 6e13699c-8f5e-45d2-ba33-ffd7c3f464f8 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/WorkAuthorizationforAsylumSeekers-RepresentativeOcasio-Cortez.pdf Correspondence concerning delays in granting work authorizations to asylum seekers. Thu, 27 Jul 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 5a204635-f5e3-411c-b608-ca71c34a0616 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/lesson-plans/Nexus_minus_PSG_RAIO_Lesson_Plan.pdf Mon, 24 Jul 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 5150b34c-14e2-4e55-ad26-8acea518c65b https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/lesson-plans/Well_Founded_Fear_LP_RAIO.pdf This module discusses the definition of a refugee as codified in the Immigration and Nationality Act and its interpretation in administrative and judicial case law. The primary focus of this module is the determination as to whether an applicant has established a reasonable possibility of suffering future harm in the country of nationality or last habitual residence. Mon, 24 Jul 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS fa58cd17-19b3-4c02-b0ae-6759889758c2 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TVisaProgram-SenatorCortezMasto.pdf Correspondence requesting steps be made to improve the implementation of the T visa program. Mon, 24 Jul 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS cf5751d8-f651-4132-b609-b3631e196134 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforVenezuela-RepresentativeEspaillat.pdf Correspondence requesting redesignation of TPS for Venezuelan nationals who have been continuously residing or physically present in the United States since May 2023.   Mon, 17 Jul 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 9bd4159f-ae75-40d9-bc84-1e2a28f0f6c4 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/CancellationofRemoval-SenatorCortezMasto.pdf Correspondence requesting joint rulemaking to establish a process to make non-lawful permanent resident cancellation of removal more accessible to those who are eligible.  Fri, 07 Jul 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 8555ddb8-ca66-443e-8854-d74e6144f682 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforNicaragua-FloridaImmigrantCoalition.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension and redesignation of TPS for Nicaragua.   Wed, 05 Jul 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 7ec653bd-cfe3-4e14-a5e7-a4a9f60a5a97 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforNicaragua-Cardenal.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension of TPS for Nicaraguans covered under previous designation.  Mon, 03 Jul 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS bd147a5a-c0f1-44f3-a1e7-9bcd90d36480 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/AsylumProcessingTimes-RepresentativeStanton.pdf Correspondence concerning processing times, especially for members of the Afghan National Army’s Female Tactical Platoon.  Mon, 03 Jul 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 039b0a07-0751-4bd9-b18d-60fe7c120a06 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforNicaragua-EssentialWorkerImmigrationCoalition.pdf Correspondence requesting an update to the TPS eligibility date for Nicaraguans in the United States.  Mon, 03 Jul 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 200b70da-4184-43e8-90a7-5cfe93188024 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforNicaragua-RepresentativeCherfilus-McCormick.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension and redesignation of TPS for Nicaragua.  Mon, 03 Jul 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 488776b9-759a-433c-a841-6adfbf3fdb09 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H-1BVisas-AmericanImmigrationLawyersAssociation.pdf Correspondence requesting lottery selections be based on the number of unique beneficiaries for selection rather than unique registrations.  Thu, 29 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 2eda5051-c507-4a15-8463-91d8f4ca707c https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H-1BVisas-AmericanImmigrationCouncil.pdf Correspondence concerning the Fiscal Year 2024 H-1B Visa registration and lottery process.  Tue, 27 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 48f64664-4ad4-43ef-9e98-4f5b01bdaec3 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/USCISFiscalYear2023CitizenshipandIntegrationGrantProgramEngagement.pdf Overview of the fiscal year 2023 Notices of Funding Opportunity for the Citizenship and Integration Grant Program, which provides funding for citizenship preparation programs in communities across the country. This event was hosted by USCIS on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern. During this engagement, USCIS provided an overview of the grant program and responded to questions about the application requirements and process. Tue, 27 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 43601acf-f679-4eea-b31a-0aded96e6247 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/AfghansSeekingLawfulPermanentResidencyPursuanttotheSIVProgram-Bussey.pdf Correspondence requesting USCIS prioritize and expedite the processing of adjustment of status applications filed by Afghans under the SIV program.  Tue, 20 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 98b2d780-890b-4fd0-b845-b87bbdcb03cc https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/DeferredEnforcedDepartureforColumbians-Cabrera.pdf Correspondence requesting deferred enforced departure of Columbians for at least an 18-month period.  Tue, 20 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 81015f1e-646a-461c-b796-3bd2a4df886f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/RefugeeProcessingQuarterlyEngagementFY23Q3.pdf USCIS held a national stakeholder engagement on refugee processing on June 20, 2023. USCIS is committed to conducting engagements on refugee processing on a regular basis. Tue, 20 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS b8b909a2-4a81-451a-a521-f0cdfa54c7c0 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/AsylumQuarterlyEngagement-FY23Q3Presentation.pdf Tue, 13 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 53f6c506-3849-4b2e-a1f5-18c034279f55 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ProposedFeeRule-RepresentativeHiggins.pdf Correspondence requesting reconsideration of the proposed rule.  Fri, 09 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 196d2079-cc2d-4341-b2cb-9579d5dbab62 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H-2BVisas-RepresentativeEdwards.pdf Correspondence concerning the delay in processing H-2B visas.  Fri, 09 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 4dbe70bc-30d0-4269-beba-c2bbf489780c https://youtu.be/6wXOXziOt2s USCIS held a national stakeholder engagement on June 8, 2023 on the new streamlined, fee-exempted re-parole application process for certain Afghan nationals paroled into the United States through Operation Allies Welcome and other means. Thu, 08 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 6e510703-0a7a-407f-8cf4-ebb40c6e5931 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ProposedFeeRule-RepresentativeHuizenga.pdf Correspondence requesting DHS reconsider the implementation of the significant fee increases within the rule.  Thu, 08 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 39b24780-2447-4c84-871d-64a7cb8f8cd9 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforSudan-SenatorVanHollen.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension and redesignation of TPS for Sudan.  Thu, 08 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 3b933a3f-5def-41fe-b59b-6325ba39a28a https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforSudan-AfricanCommunitiesTogether.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension and redesignation of TPS for Sudan.  Wed, 07 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 19449ed4-e810-461e-9993-65ae8bcceab9 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ProposedFeeRuleonSmallBusinessOwnersandOtherStakeholders-RepresentativePappas.pdf Correspondence concerning the notice to increase application fees. Tue, 06 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 140a7685-6ed7-4078-bc59-8d10f7fc9f6d https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforSudan-SenatorWarner.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension and redesignation of TPS for Sudan. Mon, 05 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS a5eb1abd-eaae-4dda-8f37-fdb4884b3657 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforGuatemala-Schreiber.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of TPS for Guatemala.  Thu, 01 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS e5d2b403-29d3-42cc-9576-f310ddf8e38a https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforAfghanistan-Babak.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension and redesignation of TPS for Afghanistan. Thu, 01 Jun 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 81e46dc0-7f3d-442f-8a20-e0f64af1d041 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/USCISCurrentIssuesSessionNAFSAAnnualConference2023QuestionsandAnswers.pdf On May 31, 2023, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) attended the 75th Annual Conference & Expo in Washington, D.C. USCIS joined a panel discussion on USCIS Current Issues. USCIS responded to questions submitted in advance. Wed, 31 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS a24ea8a3-7d43-4ada-a1a3-fceba1c21af1 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/NaturalizationTestRedesign-TrialTestUpdates-May.pdf Overview of nationwide trial for the naturalization test redesign initiative. This event was hosted by USCIS on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern. During this engagement, USCIS gave an overview of the trial speaking and civics test design and provided information on volunteering for the trial tests. Wed, 31 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 6e1ebb12-efe7-43fd-92ce-3a527e9abd07 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ResettledAfghanNationalsintheUnitedStates-Babak.pdf Correspondence requesting a re-parole process and automatic extension of work authorization. Tue, 30 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 5524117e-df23-4f82-8275-2f4d30bcb87b https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ProposedChangestoFeeSchedule-RepresentativeThompson.pdf Correspondence regarding the proposed changes to the fee schedule for O-1, O-2, and P-1, P-2, and P-3 visa petitions. Fri, 26 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 01304756-e06f-447a-b62d-c37793aacbb3 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/IraqiandSyrianPriority2DirectAccessProgram-Varghese.pdf Correspondence concerning the access and protections for the intended beneficiaries. Fri, 26 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 21c2d574-f0a8-4da8-a56e-f31f610efede https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforNigeria-RepresentativeNorton.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of TPS for Nigeria.  Thu, 25 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 04dfa6cd-9872-44f8-bc7e-dc68e09790d9 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforHondurasandElSalvador-Wheeler.pdf Correspondence requesting redesignation of TPS for Honduras and El Salvador.  Wed, 24 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS a8b40383-a51f-4497-8f94-38c3556252bf https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforHondurasandElSalvador-SavetheChildren.pdf Correspondence requesting redesignation of TPS for Honduras and El Salvador.  Tue, 23 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS d03508d0-ea66-44b0-add5-cab2250aeb25 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforHondurasandElSalvador-RepresentativeCastro.pdf Correspondence requesting redesignation of TPS for Honduras and El Salvador.  Tue, 23 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS b3c95372-b6a6-4f32-b81a-2c0244c44c06 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/NationalEngagement-ImmigrationOptionsforYouthandChildVictimsofAbuse-PowerPoint.pdf Tue, 23 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 7888dbef-9cd7-487c-b2bb-47efc53d443e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusandSpecialStudentReliefforTurkey-Reddy.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of Turkey for TPS and SSR for Turkish nationals.  Thu, 18 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 2695ce23-e12b-4374-af55-12e0c1df8e0e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforNepal-Gurung.pdf Correspondence requesting an 18-month extension and redesignation of TPS for Nepal.  Wed, 17 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS ba430626-c3be-42f8-a74b-ce96d1145dbe https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/NicaraguanPoliticalPrisoners-RepresentativeSalazar.pdf Correspondence requesting expedited processing of asylum applications for 222 Nicaraguan nationals paroled into the United States on February 9, 2023.  Tue, 16 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 432ca5bb-b5b7-4260-9b72-b7cc2f1bc8d7 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H1BVisas-RepresentativeEshoo.pdf Correspondence concerning tech-sector layoffs.  Mon, 15 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS d82e4c7c-670c-44e6-9902-b09cf4f88c61 https://youtu.be/wNGEQGfyqMk USCIS held a national stakeholder engagement on May 15, 2023 on the USCIS online account for Afghan nationals to prepare for a new re-parole application process announced by the Department of Homeland Security on May 5, 2023. Mon, 15 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS c70377d6-31e0-4559-8151-4b32d07213f7 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EmploymentAuthorizationandEmploymentAuthorizationDocuments-Cochrane.pdf Correspondence regarding the policies and regulations on the processing of and access to employment authorization documents. Fri, 12 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 673c17b4-32fb-4039-869b-9f4a1ceae10f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/BlueMass-Lawler.pdf Invitation to attend and support the 29th Annual Blue Mass on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.  Wed, 10 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 041d854f-4b60-4d1c-a675-fc1376a6bfd2 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/AILA_Meeting_with_USCIS_on_U_Visa_T_Visa_and_VAWA_petitions-May_2023.pdf On Monday, May 8, the USCIS Public Engagement Division (PED) hosted a virtual meeting with American Immigration Lawyers Association’s U/T/VAWA National Committee and coalition partners. The purpose of this meeting was to provide USCIS with an opportunity to hear directly from stakeholders on their priorities, and get any feedback they may have on T, U, and VAWA related issues. Mon, 08 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 348a2bb0-55fb-4018-88d4-b7e997078bd9 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Persecution_LP_RAIO.pdf This module discusses the definition of persecution and the determination as to whether an act constitutes persecution. Fri, 05 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS d7a11113-e569-4253-b3e3-f1af46320e9e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EB-5QuarterlyMeetingMinutes-May2023.pdf On September 1, 2022, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California in Behring Regional Center LLC and IIUSA v. Mayorkas, et al., 3:22-cv-2487, and EB5 Capital, et al. v. Dept. of Homeland Security, et al., 3:22-cv-3948, approved a settlement between the parties. Under the terms of the settlement, representatives of USCIS must participate in quarterly meetings with representatives of the plaintiffs to discuss implementation of the settlement. In accordance with the transparency provisions of Sec. Mon, 01 May 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS dedd5198-d290-4502-b8db-b99705f442da https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/NaturalizationTestRedesign-TrialTestUpdates-April.pdf Overview of nationwide trial for the naturalization test redesign initiative. This event was hosted by USCIS on Friday, April 28, 2023, from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern. During this engagement, USCIS gave an overview of the trial speaking and civics test design and provided information on volunteering for the trial tests. Fri, 28 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 80cc45c0-5ff4-439a-b7e3-fbf0c57c4438 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ProposedFeeRulePublishedon01042023-SenatorBlackburn.pdf Correspondence regarding the impact the proposed fee increases will have on the agricultural industry throughout the country.  Mon, 24 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS bb679d8c-a755-46ed-afd5-f38d59da8b20 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/HumanitarianParolePolicyforCertainUkrainianOrphans-RepresentativePanetta.pdf Correspondence requesting implementation of a parole policy similar to the successful Humanitarian Parole Policy for Certain Haitian Orphans.  Fri, 21 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS f4dfff71-5b8d-4a53-9895-5129d3289a6e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/Refugee_Processing_Quarterly_Engagement-Fiscal_Year_2023_Quarter_2.pdf USCIS held a national stakeholder engagement on refugee processing on March 15, 2023. USCIS is committed to conducting engagements on refugee processing on a regular basis. Thu, 20 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS abcb1b39-c007-4196-9615-921e71602eb2 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/NationalEngagement-OverviewoftheHARTServiceCenter.pdf Thu, 20 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 5ad2ea3d-288c-4339-abfc-e34c2285182f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/FamilyBasedPetitions-Chrastek.pdf Correspondence requesting expedited review of family-based petitions and immigrant visa applications filed on behalf of Turkish and Syrian nationals.  Wed, 19 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 3bdafd3a-4240-4fdb-aec2-42d951ea5ea9 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/CNMI-OnlyTransitionalWorkers%28CW-1%29EligibilityPetitionProcessandtheSemiannualReportingRequirementWebinar.pdf USCIS hosted a webinar on CNMI-Only Transitional Workers (CW-1): Eligibility, Petition Process, and the Semiannual Reporting Requirement on April 19, 2023. You will find links to our engagement presentation and stakeholder questions. Wed, 19 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 6ca5d5a7-9859-476b-a7e7-785dec892a2c https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H2A-Estrada.pdf Correspondence regarding the upcoming rulemakings for the H-2A temporary agricultural worker program.  Tue, 18 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 383186ec-0bbd-4a0c-b624-9bd1ae2c75a8 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ApplicationFees-SenatorManchin.pdf Correspondence regarding the proposed increased application fees for H-2A and H-2B visas.  Tue, 18 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 256dd3f2-87ba-4ec9-a331-41da2b15369a https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EmploymentBasedVisas-RepresentativeKrishnamoorthi.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension of the grace period for employment-based visas.  Tue, 18 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 4f4a3a19-231f-450c-94a3-cc90f48aa0ff https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H1B-Kand.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension to the H-1B grace period.  Tue, 18 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS ab2fba8c-95cd-4b86-a5dc-67068f6f0395 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H2BVisa-RepresentativeBergman.pdf Correspondence regarding the importance of the H-2B program to Michigan and the current processing delays.  Mon, 17 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS d1a3968c-c497-4ce5-bebb-9823ced216a1 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusorDeferredEnforcedDepartureandSpecialStudentReliefforNigeria-AmericanFriendsServiceCommittee.pdf Correspondence requesting TPS or DED and SSR for Nigeria.  Tue, 11 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS ef02d751-8e1c-423a-9683-c7561e865001 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/HowtoApplyforaUSCISCitizenshipandIntegrationGrant.pdf Overview of the USCIS Citizenship and Integration Grant Program application process. This event was hosted by USCIS on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern. During this engagement, USCIS, in coordination with representatives from Grants.gov, provided a general overview of the USCIS Citizenship and Integration Grant Program and the grants application process. We also responded to questions. For additional information on the Citizenship and Integration Grant Program, visit uscis.gov/grants. Tue, 11 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS b8bca213-2d7d-488d-9d8b-b90d62cdcd57 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/UkrainianHumanitarianParolees-Kassa.pdf Correspondence requesting benefits for Ukrainians who were paroled into the United States at ports of entry since February 24, 2022. Wed, 05 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS b6e620bd-0992-44ba-a8e5-2a822347a76f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TechnologySectorLayoffs-Aghi.pdf Correspondence requesting an increase to the grace period available to H-1B nonimmigrant workers who have been laid off.   Tue, 04 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS f542ebf8-3684-4649-870e-70c0e9d47d80 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/UkrainianHumanitarianParolees-Rotman.pdf Correspondence requesting support for Ukrainians who entered on Humanitarian Parole along the U.S. Southern Border and Uniting for Ukraine (U4U). Tue, 04 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS fd8541e1-525b-4ed5-8d9d-a87f144f2abe https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/OandPVisas-Fowler.pdf Correspondence concerning the proposed fee increases for O and P visas.  Mon, 03 Apr 23 13:16:43 -0400 USCIS 4c21d7c7-6bb3-40b4-9f30-779b1baef7c8 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/UkrainianHumanitarianParolees-RepresentativePocan.pdf Correspondence concerning Ukrainians who arrived and received parole prior to the launch of the Uniting for Ukraine process.   Mon, 03 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 0b0bebd5-b8ae-4ed1-9d9c-e1e14a4ebf6a https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/TemporaryProtectedStatusforMauritania-Thiam.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of TPS for Mauritania. Mon, 03 Apr 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS ae51bccb-486b-4c87-9f5b-b1b5149e3b0d https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/notices/USCISOpenstheHumanitarianAdjustmentRemovingConditionsandTravelDocumentsHARTServiceCenter.pdf U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is announcing the opening of the Humanitarian, Adjustment, Removing Conditions, and Travel Documents (HART) Service Center, the sixth service center within its Service Center Operations (SCOPS) directorate, and the first to focus on humanitarian and other workload cases. Thu, 30 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 4e1cd2d5-b330-4051-9d49-233b1e49910e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/FormI730RefugeeAsyleeFollowtoJoinProcessingNationalEngagement.pdf USCIS held a national engagement on Form I-730 Refugee/Asylee Follow-to-Join processing on March 29, 2023. You will find links to our engagement presentation and stakeholder questions. Wed, 29 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 37ce5da0-2f63-4495-aae6-f7eae9d31c66 https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/permanent-workers ALERT: On March 22, 2023, the Department of State posted the April 2023 Visa Bulletin, as well as a Federal Register Notice (PDF) explaining certain changes to the Final Action Dates Wed, 29 Mar 23 12:00:00 -0400 USCIS d9480c5c-5b9c-4ae2-98d8-92a52451fb56 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/FY2024H1BInitialRegistrationPeriodUpdates.pdf This stakeholder message provides updates on H-1B electronic registrations, including registrations received during the fiscal year FY 2024 H-1B initial registration period, and registration trends in FY 2022 and FY 2023.This stakeholder message was released by USCIS on Friday, April 28, 2023.  For additional information on the H-1B Electronic Registration Process, please visit: www.uscis.gov/h-1b.  Mon, 27 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 37017b21-d79a-4b03-abb2-7f4a8f483998 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/OandPVisas-RepresentativeFrost.pdf Correspondence concerning the proposed fee increases for O and P visas.  Mon, 27 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS f0aa2da0-0c96-4247-8f8e-38d59613ca77 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/ExecutiveOrderonPromotingAccesstoVoting-Proll.pdf Correspondence requesting that USCIS ensure all new citizens have access to high-quality voter registration services at or immediately after all naturalization ceremonies. Mon, 27 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 4a770687-b64b-4eb5-beb6-e5bcc4eee9f5 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Hague_Adoption_Convention-Ambassador_Rodriguez.pdf Correspondence regarding the processing of intercountry adoptions from Botswana. Thu, 23 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 7ff0a072-1b7d-453c-907e-dddc2628cbfa https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/USCIS_Institute_of_Museum_and_Library_Services_Webinar-The_Unauthorized_Practice_of_Immigration_Law.pdf Overview of the unauthorized practice of immigration law (UPIL). This event was hosted by USCIS on Thursday, March 23, 2023, from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern. During this engagement, USCIS shared information on common immigration scams and provided tips and best practices on how museums and libraries can partner with USCIS to combat scams and UPIL. This webinar was presented as part of the federal partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services, to provide citizenship and immigration information to library and museum professionals. Thu, 23 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS a551bda6-2f25-4301-b606-60b01d4c0632 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_Employment_Authorization_Document_processing-Senator_Shaheen.pdf Correspondence regarding the processing of EAD requests filed by applicants for TPS. Mon, 20 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 699619d5-6cf7-4b8a-92bf-475585f800ec https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Biometrics_appointments-Senator_Kiehl.pdf Correspondence requesting the ability to conduct biometric appointments at the Juneau Customs and Border Protection Office. Thu, 09 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS ea19c303-d638-4299-a37f-b53db80a509f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/Naturalization_Test_Redesign-Volunteering_for_the_Trial_Tests.pdf Overview of nationwide trial for the naturalization test redesign initiative. This event was hosted by USCIS on Friday, March 3, 2023, from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern. During this engagement, USCIS gave an overview of the trial speaking and civics test design and provided information on volunteering for the trial tests.  Fri, 03 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 577ae5c9-c6dc-4c63-9ae9-09cbd63f3569 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/T_Visa_and_U_Visa_Overview_for_Law_Enforcement_and_Certifying_Officials.pdf Wed, 01 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS f7e394d1-c505-47a0-a3f5-44fa0b7d8969 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Misplaced_or_missing_documents-Representative_Houlahan.pdf Correspondence regarding misplaced or missing cards that are intended to be delivered by the United States Postal Service (USPS). Wed, 01 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 69fa2670-027d-4c1e-818c-0fb5fe924907 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/NationalEngagement-TVisaUVisaandVAWAforLawEnforcementandCertifyingAgencies-Q%26A.pdf Wed, 01 Mar 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 8d1b9ecf-6b7c-47d7-a463-00f2692922e3 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/Asylum_Quarterly_Stakeholder_Engagement.pdf Invitation to participate in an asylum program quarterly engagement on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, from 2-3 p.m. Eastern. Tue, 28 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 78223f8b-b790-402f-bb76-b2d9224f94a6 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_and_Special_Student_Relief_for_the_Democratic_Republic_of_Congo-Reddy.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of TPS and SSR for the Democratic Republic of Congo. Tue, 28 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS a3b6d02e-d310-4d2b-adee-443c69d9a659 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EB-5_Reform_and_Integrity_Act-Senator_Cornyn.pdf Correspondence regarding the new sustainment requirements. Mon, 27 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 2a5932ce-f54a-42f3-bec0-be68d2e2f8eb https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/USCIS_FY2024_H-1B_Electronic_Registration_Process.pptx Overview of the USCIS online account features and instructions for the FY 2024 H-1B Electronic Registration Process. This event was hosted by USCIS on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023 from 2 - 3 p.m. Eastern. Prospective H-1B cap-subject petitioners, including those seeking to file a petition for a beneficiary who is eligible for the advanced degree exemption, must first electronically submit a registration for each beneficiary on whose behalf they seek to file an H-1B cap-subject petition. Thu, 23 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 39bb30fc-ca79-4826-9de6-ecbe52d7955e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Employment_authorization_applications-Grenier.pdf Correspondence regarding the backlog for certain categories of applicants.  Thu, 23 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS d808ff8b-7e66-4f79-af21-3e54675793cd https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Shen_Yun_Performing_Arts-Representative_Gohmert.pdf Correspondence requesting urgent attention to pending I-589 asylum and/or I-131 travel document applications.  Wed, 22 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS f647c717-da41-46fa-8184-55821fd9bb8c https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Venezuela-Representative_Meeks.pdf Correspondence requesting TPS be granted to Venezuelans who have entered the United States after March 9, 2021, and expedite their work authorization.  Tue, 21 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 36e9a279-a984-4e62-9650-54c3db95bb20 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Venezuela-Senator_Hickenlooper.pdf Correspondence requesting that eligibility be extended for Venezuelan nationals residing in the United States on or before January 23, 2023.  Tue, 21 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 76eece18-2074-4462-81df-cf3766e375b0 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Shen_Yun_Performing_Arts-Representative_Chabot.pdf Correspondence requesting assistance for artists who are members of Shen Yun Performing Arts and have pending asylum applications.  Tue, 21 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 879bab7a-9c18-4814-94b4-e051218b94c5 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Shen_Yun_Performing_Arts-Representative_Bilirakis.pdf Correspondence requesting assistance for the artists who currently have pending I-131 travel document applications.  Tue, 21 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS c37591eb-cad3-48a4-b056-3a6ae5cd41ec https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_or_Deferred_Enforced_Departure_for_Mauritania-Senator_Brown.pdf Correspondence requesting an 18-month TPS designation or DED for Mauritania.  Tue, 21 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 1751ea66-7620-4bf1-94be-6322871b02a1 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Asylum_backlog-Representative_Barr.pdf Correspondence concerning the backlog of pending asylum cases.  Fri, 17 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS bb0a148a-c89c-4afc-8e41-02be9334fdab https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Supplemental_H-2B_visas-Representative_Gonz%C3%A1lez-Col%C3%B3n.pdf Correspondence requesting workers from the Dominican Republic be eligible for visas beyond the annual statutory cap.  Tue, 14 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 0d7c20ea-a19f-4386-9ece-f44376be5266 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Data_elements_on_Certificates_of_Naturalization-Ballout.pdf Correspondence requesting the removal of the marital status designation. Fri, 10 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 93249128-9ac6-4498-ba9f-dce301a1776f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Labor_exploitation-Ajlouny.pdf Correspondence requesting clarification as to how workers can access prosecutorial discretion, including deferred action and parole, when involved in labor disputes. Thu, 09 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 34688a6c-32c7-4eed-b846-9de6a8f295d8 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/Northeast_Regional_Engagement-Special_Immigrant_Juvenile_Classification_and_Recent_Policy_Updates.pdf Thu, 09 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 1bd09355-5fee-434c-9e6d-c500f4104ee7 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Somalia-Dalal-Dheini.pdf Correspondence requesting extension and re-designation of TPS for Somalia. Mon, 06 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 37a47e81-6752-4eaa-958e-4e55532442db https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Yemen-Representative_Dingell.pdf Correspondence requesting re-designation and extension of TPS for Yemen. Mon, 06 Feb 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS b31bec76-e5d8-4ed6-afa6-329a13addd43 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Humanitarian_Parole_for_Afghans-The_Legal_Project.pdf Correspondence concerning the decision to end Operation Allies Welcome (OAW).  Wed, 25 Jan 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 28766f0e-15b6-4d10-bbb0-8f22ad1ebbf1 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Science_Technology_Engineering_and_Mathematics_H-1B_visas-Representative_Eshoo.pdf Correspondence concerning 140,000 tech workers that have lost their jobs in 2022.  Wed, 25 Jan 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS eaf2236f-26ca-4f8c-8074-69bf8b73765f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Yemen-Altamimi.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension and re-designation of TPS for Yemen.  Wed, 25 Jan 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS e287f188-67e1-4a92-b779-436fc708d4f1 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Somalia-Representative_Smith.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension and re-designation of TPS for Somalia.  Wed, 25 Jan 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS a0a5b177-588f-4899-9dd6-446c8071b5cb https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EB-5_Quarterly_Meeting_Minutes-January_24_2023.pdf On September 1, 2022, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California in Behring Regional Center LLC and IIUSA v. Mayorkas, et al., 3:22-cv-2487, and EB5 Capital, et al. v. Dept. of Homeland Security, et al., 3:22-cv-3948, approved a settlement between the parties. Under the terms of the settlement, representatives of USCIS must participate in quarterly meetings with representatives of the plaintiffs to discuss implementation of the settlement. In accordance with the transparency provisions of Sec. Tue, 24 Jan 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 870cfba7-8ab5-47a8-891b-90c3e2812713 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Haiti-Representative_Bush.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension and re-designation of TPS for Haiti.  Fri, 13 Jan 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 043d0090-c7b7-417f-9b05-1e1475449015 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/USCIS_Stakeholder_Engagement_2022_Naturalization_Test_Redesign_Initiative.pdf National engagement on the nationwide trial for the naturalization test redesign initiative. This event was hosted by USCIS on Jan. 12, 2023. On Dec. 14, 2022, USCIS announced that we will conduct a nationwide trial of test changes, as part of a naturalization test redesign initiative. During the first part of the stakeholder engagement, USCIS gave an overview of the proposed changes, provided the trial testing parameters and explained the volunteer process for trial testing opportunities. Thu, 12 Jan 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS a5e14708-01e0-4644-8752-1f49f8e448f7 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Haiti-Attorney_General_Racine.pdf Correspondence requesting TPS re-designation for Haiti.  Wed, 11 Jan 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS dd4f77bb-34cd-4c91-9655-c000d433ed68 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Refugee_Resettlement_and_U.S.Refugee_Admissions_Program_-Senator_Cardin.pdf Correspondence concerning the slow pace of refugee resettlement and request for details about current and future plans to rebuild USRAP.  Wed, 11 Jan 23 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS db6925c1-2edb-4745-8c5d-6c55d13b7f3d https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Resettlement_of_immigrants-Governor_Baker.pdf Correspondence requesting federal government assistance for the resettlement of immigrant families arriving in Massachusetts. Fri, 30 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS df13e589-81e2-483f-b181-ad34e06e218d https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Employment-based_adjustment_of_status-ODonoghue.pdf Correspondence regarding the processing of employment-based adjustment of status and their family members. Tue, 27 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 8518ebff-0afa-4e88-a18d-7f30594b2fbf https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Ukraine-Senator_Van_Hollen.pdf Correspondence requesting revision to the TPS eligibility period to include those who arrived after April 11, 2022, but before April 25, 2022, when the Uniting for Ukraine program began. Tue, 27 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS c9b1b155-e823-449b-bcc2-b6afe75c739b https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Haiti-Kassa.pdf Correspondence requesting an extension and re-designation of TPS for Haiti. Tue, 27 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS a8e791f5-9311-4e07-83ac-5b16fca4d2d6 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Haiti_Somalia_Yemen_and_Venezuela-Reverend_Dorsonville.pdf Correspondence requesting extension and re-designation of TPS for Haiti, Somalia, and Yemen, and re-designation of TPS for Venezuela.  Wed, 21 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 389450e4-592b-4399-8590-fda526f57fd4 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/Public_Charge_Inadmissibility-USCIS_National_Engagement-New_Final_Rule.pdf U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) hosted a virtual stakeholder engagement on USCIS on the Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility final rule that went into effect Dec. 23, 2022. During this engagement, USCIS and primary federal benefit-granting agencies provided updates on key provisions of the final rule. Tue, 20 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 4a5bc16a-920e-45fa-8a34-6f5ee652a4a3 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Afghan_Special_Immigrant_Visa_program-Senator_Shaheen.pdf Correspondence providing recommendations for improvement.  Fri, 16 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 8ec0e456-99e3-45ea-bdb6-cf70e7a18ded https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Asylum_interview_locations-Raglow.pdf Correspondence concerning interview locations for Afghan asylum applicants residing in Oklahoma City and Tulsa.  Fri, 16 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 64806279-713e-43ef-8ffd-f6578e87283a https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Asylum_Quarterly_Engagement-FY23_Quarter_1_Script_and_Talking_Points.pdf Asylum Quarterly Stakeholder Engagement. Tue, 13 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 9f2fdb61-9639-44b7-974d-3f9eb3882199 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Asylum_Quarterly_Engagement-FY23_Quarter_1_Presentation.pdf Asylum Quarterly Stakeholder Engagement. Tue, 13 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 9fe853e1-8d63-486f-8090-fbeff749c18d https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H-2B_visas-Senator_Murowski.pdf Correspondence requesting visas are made available specifically for the seasonal needs of Alaska seafood processors.  Fri, 09 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS c4b8cb70-643c-4a7f-8276-7c9a8c2d311f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Volunteering_for_Venezuela-Diaz.pdf Correspondence requesting to expand the Uniting for Ukraine model to Venezuelans.  Fri, 09 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 908c05b8-0769-4860-b81b-0bfd3ce1700d https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Supplemental_H-2B_visas-Senator_Hickenlooper.pdf Correspondence urging the prompt release of the previously announced H-2B visas.  Fri, 09 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 77e1c63e-70ee-4b42-b04e-8404ac5d6c01 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Cuban_Medical_Professional_Parole_Program-Representative_Schultz.pdf Correspondence requesting the reinstatement of the CMPP Program.  Thu, 08 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 6df59d6e-a903-4dc8-83c2-321bb54ab70d https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Asylum_seekers_in_removal_proceedings-Representative_Bonamici.pdf Correspondence requesting that guidance be published for people seeking asylum with terminated removal proceedings.  Wed, 07 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS e88925d1-48f6-4401-a2c3-2f03def0960d https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/Refugee_Processing_Quarterly_Engagement.pdf USCIS held a national stakeholder engagement on refugee processing on Dec. 7, 2022. USCIS is committed to conducting engagements on refugee processing on a regular basis.  Wed, 07 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 2564ba6f-41cb-47ef-ab81-8507be2bd2aa https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H-1B_visa_use-Senator_Cotton.pdf Correspondence requesting nationality and job title data on TikTok and ByteDance H-1B visas.  Mon, 05 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 09d644d7-6755-4159-9ffc-b62d9500f842 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H-2B_visas-JoHahnson.pdf Correspondence requesting accommodations for the unique challenges and employment needs facing Alaska seafood processors.  Mon, 05 Dec 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 22970e6f-6d52-4867-a9d1-3f6ca5f95358 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Public_charge-Representative_Johnson.pdf Correspondence concerning the decision to exclude non-cash federal assistance programs from the public charge rule.  Tue, 29 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS aa8b0fb5-68d2-476f-8184-74954a4b4a3a https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_El_Salvador_Honduras_Nepal_and_Nicaragua-Reverend_Lewandowski.pdf Correspondence requesting a just settlement of the Ramos litigation and redesignation of TPS for El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua. Wed, 23 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS fd0899ec-0e6c-436a-ab60-a3f94d2ee96d https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Civil_surgeon_services-Morillo.pdf Correspondence regarding the difficulties some populations encounter in obtaining immigration medical examinations. Wed, 23 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 2f4583f0-a863-45c6-a4e7-58d6c39a25c2 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_Deferred_Enforced_Departure_and_Special_Student_Relief_for_Pakistan-Welch.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of TPS and DED for Pakistan and SSR for Pakistani students in the United States. Tue, 22 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 08ee5962-c7cc-422d-b2d5-8a198c8ec656 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_and_Special_Student_Relief_for_Pakistan-Dalal-Dheini.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of TPS for Pakistan and SSR for Pakistani students in the United States. Tue, 22 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 3da0dc68-d960-4ffc-8169-779cf0a5710f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/CW-1_visas-Representative_Sablan.pdf Correspondence regarding delays in temporary labor certification processing.  Wed, 16 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 017099ef-507d-48e2-af0a-7d048bcb4326 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Ethiopia-Teferra.pdf Correspondence concerning humanitarian options for Ethiopians outside of the United States.  Wed, 16 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS dc8837ae-bda3-464e-965e-4229672ffc75 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/Quad_A_USCIS_Panel-Electronic_Reading_Room_Summary.pdf Wed, 16 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS bb3ad978-5eb5-4171-a04a-8f1412603d4e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Honduras-Dillon.pdf Correspondence requesting extension and new designation of TPS for Honduras.  Wed, 16 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS bd2a872f-faa8-44ad-8efd-fb84b9f25195 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/USCIS_Online_Filing_Engagement_Form_I-589_Application_for_Asylum_and_for_Withholding_of_Removal.pdf Overview of the USCIS online account features and instructions for online filing, Form I-589, Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal. This event was hosted by USCIS on Nov. 15, 2022. On Nov. 9, 2022, USCIS announced that certain affirmative asylum applicants may now file Form I-589 online. You may file for affirmative asylum if you are physically in the United States.  To file an online Form I-589, eligible applicants must first visit my.uscis.gov to create a USCIS online account, if they don’t already have one. Tue, 15 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS cacfa02f-27e0-45a1-bb4b-b820890c0d87 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Humanitarian_parole_and_Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Venezuela-Representative_Espaillat.pdf Correspondence requesting humanitarian parole for Venezuelan asylum seekers and re-designation of TPS for Venezuela.  Tue, 15 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 946cd83b-e93a-436a-bd51-0480c36df744 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H-2B_visas-Representative_Westerman.pdf Correspondence requesting immediate action to ensure applications, petitions, and visas are processed in a timely manner in FY 2023. Mon, 14 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS adae58f3-dce6-41c7-acf8-874f15d303d5 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Processing_delays-Senator_Shaheen.pdf Correspondence expressing concern about increased delays in processing applications for initial Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). Thu, 10 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 0fe43358-b384-4dbd-a61a-6e979dd3deb4 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Baltimore_Field_Office-Representative_Sarbanes.pdf Correspondence regarding processing times and information services. Mon, 07 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0500 USCIS 626d52de-3acc-4ec0-930b-eecdf37318ec https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Haiti-Senator_Markey.pdf Correspondence requesting extension and re-designation of Temporary Protected Status for Haiti. Fri, 04 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS c93cc8fd-bc28-4cb7-af9f-d11bd472b534 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/H-2B_temporary_workers-Representative_Slotkin.pdf Correspondence regarding the H-2B processes and recommendations for revision. Fri, 04 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS d1e68c24-dfea-402d-a1a3-597897b75823 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Haiti-Representative_Wilson.pdf Correspondence requesting re-designation and extension of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian nationals. Thu, 03 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS f3b4624c-b8c0-4c2b-9899-806661aceb65 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/questions-and-answers/Frequently_Asked_Questions_on_USCIS_Processing_Times_for_Orphan_and_Hague_Adoption_Cases.pdf On Nov. 2, 2022, USCIS announced a change in our method for calculating orphan and Hague adoption case processing times. In response to this announcement, we received several questions from stakeholders that we address in this FAQ. Wed, 02 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 1ad9a542-544e-4d74-b206-34f420ad1983 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Labor_and_Civil_Rights-Representative_Jayapal.pdf Correspondence regarding the labor and civil rights protection policies and processes. Tue, 01 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS c60d312b-e6a3-45cc-85a6-035f516f7104 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/USCIS_Stakeholder_Engagement_Form_N-648-Medical_Certification_for_Disability_Exceptions.pdf Overview of the new Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions, and its corresponding policy. This event was hosted by USCIS on Nov. 1, 2022. On Oct. 19, 2022  USCIS announced updated policy guidance to clarify and conform with the revision of Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions. During the stakeholder engagement USCIS gave an overview of the updates, addressed questions, and held a listening session to hear stakeholder comments and feedback. Tue, 01 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS dd13f43b-f477-42b2-a30b-478ecefb72b2 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Ethiopia-Adams.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of Temporary Protected Status for Ethiopia. Tue, 01 Nov 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 6b0c5d2b-6649-4ca4-920b-f32e15d84b8e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Nicaragua-Mayor_Cava.pdf Correspondence requesting re-designation and extension of Temporary Protected Status for Nicaraguans.  Thu, 27 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS c3755484-a471-4b7d-b0b5-632329fccc63 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Diversity_Immigrant_Visa-Representative_Dingell.pdf Correspondence requesting the administration take direct action to provide relief to Diversity Immigrant Visa recipients struggling to receive their green cards.  Thu, 27 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 15b10527-f1d9-4af9-a176-8f9bca789db2 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Employment_Authorization_Document_processing-Senator_Baldwin.pdf Correspondence regarding Employment Authorization Document processing backlogs.  Tue, 25 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 7f761568-959e-4166-877d-970d52355e8f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Employment_Authorization_Document_processing-Senator_Klobuchar.pdf Correspondence regarding Employment Authorization Document processing delays.  Tue, 25 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 9481c143-ca25-4579-aa31-5b295fd9a7a6 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_El_Salvador_Honduras_Nepal_and_Nicaragua-International_Union_of_Painters_and_Allied_Trades.pdf Correspondence requesting a just settlement of the Ramos litigation and re-designation of Temporary Protected Status for El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua.  Tue, 25 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 63951236-e5d0-46d5-a6b4-5bba3d4cd2c3 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/data/National%20Engagement-EB-5%20Immigrant%20Investor%20Program.pdf Talking points from EB-5 National Stakeholder Engagement. Tue, 25 Oct 22 08:06:44 -0400 USCIS 06400e07-6eff-4bae-bcf1-f817e5d7a4cd https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/data/National%20Engagement-EB-5%20Immigrant%20Investor%20Program-October%2019%202022%20-%20PowerPoint.pdf PowerPoint presentation from EB-5 National Stakeholder Engagement. Tue, 25 Oct 22 07:48:15 -0400 USCIS c4eeff3c-7935-4ea9-bc1b-5240b25cb7bd https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Terrorism_Related_Inadmissibility_Grounds-Senator_Hagerty.pdf Correspondence regarding exemptions from the terrorism-related inadmissibility grounds described in section 212(d)(3)(B)(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and the recent exercises of that authority.  Fri, 21 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS e74aced3-73b8-4d2e-a97a-a7067fdfd94c https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Voter_registration-Iniguez-Lopez.pdf Correspondence regarding voter registration activities at naturalization ceremonies.  Wed, 19 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS eea57ae3-5ef8-4814-a446-34a10d1f8cab https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/presentations/Process%20for%20Venezuelans.pdf On Oct. 19, 2022, USCIS held a national stakeholder engagement on the Process for Venezuelans, first announced by the Department of Homeland Security on Oct. 12. This process allows Venezuelan nationals and their immediate family members to come to the United States, on a case-by-case basis, for a temporary period of parole of up to 2 years for urgent humanitarian reasons and significant public benefit. During the stakeholder engagement, USCIS provided an overview of the process and demonstrated how to file Form I-134, Declaration of Financial Support. Wed, 19 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS c7188ea1-6198-4286-9751-d615b8b4ca5f https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Burma-Reddy.pdf Correspondence requesting extension and re-designation of Temporary Protected Status for Burma, formerly known as Myanmar.  Fri, 14 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 23e811f0-600d-4ae4-a31a-175fbe5bfff7 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/EB-5_Quarterly_Meeting_Minutes-October_14_2022.pdf On September 1, 2022, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California in Behring Regional Center LLC and IIUSA v. Mayorkas, et al., 3:22-cv-2487, and EB5 Capital, et al. v. Dept. of Homeland Security, et al., 3:22-cv-3948, approved a settlement between the parties. Under the terms of the settlement, representatives of USCIS must participate in quarterly meetings with representatives of the plaintiffs to discuss implementation of the settlement. In accordance with the transparency provisions of Sec. Fri, 14 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS ba0e7725-33b7-42fe-bb97-f75eb1c0861e https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Terrorism_Related_Inadmissibility_Grounds-Representative%20Boebert.pdf Correspondence regarding the exercise of authority under section 212(d)(3)(B)(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) concerning the provision of certain limited or insignificant material support to designated terrorist organizations.  Fri, 14 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 99a8f5aa-762e-470f-a80f-bb1b347d7aab https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Pakistan-Senator_Gillibrand.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of Temporary Protected Status for Pakistan.  Wed, 12 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 5dcecba6-6258-4c11-8ac4-132646040d3c https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Unlawful_presence_of_immigrants-Representative_Wagner.pdf Correspondence regarding recently issued policy guidance on inadmissibility under section 212(a)(9)(B) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).  Fri, 07 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS d1811cf2-9023-486a-8ff1-a8837f5880da https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Employment-based_immigrant_visas-Brian_Huseman.pdf Correspondence requesting USCIS to administer all employment-based immigrant visas allotted by Congress by the end of the fiscal year.  Thu, 06 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 8e1fbab6-5221-4f76-848c-16891454b0b5 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/questions-and-answers/EndSIJBacklogsStakeholderMeeting-Pre-SubmittedQuestionsandAnswers.pdf Thu, 06 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS abc36419-dae4-4455-8862-1813f9b1a031 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/outreach-engagements/Asylum-Quarterly-Engagement-Oct-6-22.pdf Asylum Quarterly Stakeholder Engagements Thu, 06 Oct 22 11:32:08 -0400 USCIS 10fbecf0-b2fb-4517-a60b-9996ba142c57 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Refugee_admissions-Senator_Durbin.pdf Correspondence regarding the rate of admissions for FY22 and the target of admissions for FY23.  Tue, 04 Oct 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS 66d06058-10b5-4ac7-ac10-312431fb8a55 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/questions-and-answers/Questions_for_O_P_Athlete_engagement.pdf Questions & Answers from O & P Athlete Listening Session Mon, 03 Oct 22 10:30:37 -0400 USCIS c4c505b5-ab37-46eb-956c-88628898e82d https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Temporary_Protected_Status_for_Pakistan-Representative_Clarke.pdf Correspondence requesting designation of Temporary Protected Status for Pakistan.  Fri, 30 Sep 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS d5fb8704-a353-4336-b32e-43f57dcc4db2 https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/foia/Bipartisan_infrastructure_Law-Senator_Menendez.pdf Correspondence regarding immigration protections and work authorization for immigrant witnesses and victims of labor law violations.  Thu, 29 Sep 22 13:00:00 -0400 USCIS a2f41ba7-da11-418e-a4dd-6ea6c45992e1