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Temporary Extension of Stay Authorized for Certain Hong Kong Residents in United States
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Biden Administration's Current U.S. Travel Restrictions And Revised National Interest Exception Criteria
Worldwide: Biden Administration's Current U.S. Travel Restrictions And Revised National Interest Exception Criteria 09 April 2021 by Ashley Kerr and Melissa Manna Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in numerous presidential proclamations restricting travel and entry into the United States.
Biden Administration’s Current U.S. Travel Restrictions and Revised National Interest Exception Criteria | JD Supra
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in numerous presidential proclamations restricting travel and entry into the United States. Likewise, since the pandemic began, the criteria for “national interest exceptions” (NIEs) has also evolved. On March 2, 2021, the U.S. Department of State issued updated criteria for NIEs relating to certain travelers from the Schengen Area, United Kingdom, and Ireland.
Biden Administration’s Current U.S. Travel Restrictions and Revised National Interest Exception Criteria
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in numerous presidential proclamations restricting travel and entry into the United States. Likewise, since the pandemic began, the criteria for “national interest exceptions” (NIEs) has also evolved. On March 2, 2021, the U.S. Department of State issued updated criteria for NIEs relating to certain travelers from the Schengen Area, United Kingdom, and Ireland.
District Court Invalidates New DOL And DHS H-1B Regulations
To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. On December 1, 2020, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California granted a motion for summary judgment in favor of the plaintiffs that had requested to set aside two new regulations from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
District Court Invalidates New DOL and DHS H-1B Regulations | JD Supra
On December 1, 2020, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California granted a motion for summary judgment in favor of the plaintiffs that had requested to set aside two new regulations from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The two rules, both published as interim final rules, changed the way Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) prevailing wages are calculated and changed the definition of a “specialty occupation”.
USCIS To Expand Premium Processing Program, Increase Fee Rates
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USCIS to Expand Premium Processing Program, Increase Fee Rates
Tuesday, October 13, 2020 On October 1, 2020, President Donald Trump to fund the U.S. government through December 11, 2020. The spending measure includes a provision titled “Emergency Stopgap USCIS Stabilization Act,” which authorizes U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to expand the premium processing program and to increase program fees.
State Department Issues Guidance On National Interest Exceptions To Proclamations Suspending Entry Of Certain Foreign Nationals
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State Department Issues Guidance on National Interest Exceptions to Proclamations Suspending Entry of Certain Foreign Nationals
On August 12, 2020, the U.S. Department of State issued guidance on scenarios that may qualify for a “national interest exception” under Presidential Proclamation 10052 of June 22, 2020 (“Proclamation Suspending Entry of Aliens Who Present a Risk to the U.S. Labor Market Following the Coronavirus Outbreak”) and Presidential Proclamation 10014 of April 22, 2020 (“Suspending Entry of Immigrants Who Present Risk to the U.S. Labor Market During the Economic Recovery Following the COVID-19...
New Executive Order Calls for Review of Federal Contracts and Directs Agencies to Take Action to Protect U.S. Workers | JD Supra
On August 3, 2020, the Trump Administration issued an executive order (EO) directing the secretaries of the Departments of Labor and Homeland Security to “take action … to protect United States workers from any adverse effects on wages and working conditions caused by the employment of H-1B [workers].” The Executive Order on Aligning Federal Contracting and Hiring Practices With the Interests of American Workers also requires the heads of federal agencies to evaluate the contracts (including...
New Executive Order Calls For Review Of Federal Contracts And Directs Agencies To Take Action To Protect U.S. Workers
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New Executive Order Calls for Review of Federal Contracts and Directs Agencies to Take Action to Protect U.S. Workers
On August 3, 2020, the Trump Administration issued an executive order (EO) directing the secretaries of the Departments of Labor and Homeland Security to “take action … to protect United States workers from any adverse effects on wages and working conditions caused by the employment of H-1B [workers].”
ICE Issues Updated Guidance And Restricts Online Options For New Students For Fall 2020 Semester
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ICE Issues Updated Guidance and Restricts Online Options for New Students for Fall 2020 Semester | JD Supra
On July 24, 2020, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) issued updated guidance for international students pursing education programs in the United States.
ICE Issues Updated Guidance and Restricts Online Options for New Students for Fall 2020 Semester
On July 24, 2020, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) issued updated guidance for international students pursing education programs in the United States.
United States Withdraws Preferential Immigration-Related Treatment for Hong Kong | JD Supra
On July 14, 2020, by means of executive order, the Trump administration announced that it will no longer recognize Hong Kong as a distinct autonomous region as compared to the People’s Republic of China (PRC). The executive order cites as its reason the national security legislation that the PRC imposed that has purportedly undermined Hong Kong’s autonomy to such an extent that the region no longer warrants preferential treatment under United States law.
U.S. Consulates and Embassies to Begin Phased Resumption of Visa Services | JD Supra
On July 14, 2020, the U.S. Department of State announced that U.S. consulates and embassies around the world have begun a phased resumption of routine visa services. The Department of State did not provide a specific timeline for the resumption of routine visa services, stating instead that the schedule will depend on local conditions at each consular post.
United States Withdraws Preferential Immigration-Related Treatment for Hong Kong
On July 14, 2020, by means of executive order, the Trump administration announced that it will no longer recognize Hong Kong as a distinct autonomous region as compared to the People’s Republic of China (PRC).
ICE Rescinds Student Visa Policy Requiring In-Person Attendance
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ICE Rescinds Student Visa Policy Requiring In-Person Attendance | JD Supra
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has agreed to rescind a proposed rule that would have required international students on F-1 and M-1 visas to either attend in-person classes at U.S. colleges and universities or face having to leave the United States. Under the proposed rule, students enrolled in universities offering online-only courses would have been required to transfer to a school offering in-person classes or leave the country.
ICE Rescinds Student Visa Policy Requiring In-Person Attendance
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has agreed to rescind a proposed rule that would have required international students on F-1 and M-1 visas to either attend in-person classes at U.S. colleges and universities or face having to leave the United States.
ICE Rescinds Student Visa Policy Requiring In-Person Attendance
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ICE Announces Plans To Update Online Study Policies For Nonimmigrant Students For Fall 2020 Semester
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ICE Announces Plans to Update Online Study Policies for Nonimmigrant Students for Fall 2020 Semester | JD Supra
On July 6, 2020, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) announced plans to update its online study policies for F-1 and M-1 nonimmigrant students for the fall 2020 semester. According to the proposed policies, SEVP intends to prohibit F-1 and M-1 students from taking a fully online course load while in the United States during the fall 2020 semester.
USCIS Field Offices Expected To Reopen Beginning June 4, 2020
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USCIS To Consider Second Period Of Satisfactory Departure
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USCIS Field Offices Expected to Reopen Beginning June 4, 2020 | JD Supra
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USCIS Field Offices Expected to Reopen Beginning June 4, 2020
On April 24, 2020, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it intends to reopen field offices, asylum offices, and application support centers (ASCs) beginning on or after June 4, 2020.
USCIS Field Offices Expected to Reopen Beginning June 4, 2020
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USCIS to Consider Second Period of Satisfactory Departure | JD Supra
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DHS Puts Supplemental H-2B Visas On Hold
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USCIS Announces FY 2021 H-1B Processing Delays | JD Supra
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USCIS Extends Field Office Closure To April 7, 2020
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2021 H-1B Processing Delays Announced by USCIS
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USCIS Completes FY 2021 H-1B Selection Process
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DHS Puts Supplemental H-2B Visas on Hold | JD Supra
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Due to COVID-19, USCIS Extends Notice Deadlines, Will Accept Previously Submitted Biometrics for Employment Authorization Extensions
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H-2B Visas on Hold Pending Review of Economic Circumstances
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DHS Relaxes I-9 Verification Requirements During COVID-19 National Emergency
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COVID-19 Update: Travel Restrictions Announced Between The United States And Canada And Mexico
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USCIS Field Office Closed to Public Through May 3, 2020 | JD Supra
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India Suspends All Inbound International Air Travel Through March 29, 2020
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CARES Act: Foreign National and Immigrant Eligibility for Paid Leave, Unemployment Benefits, and Stimulus Rebates
On March 27, 2020, President Donald Trump signed into law the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, intended to stimulate the national economy in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Act provides $2 trillion in direct financial assistance, including paid leave, unemployment insurance (UI) benefits, and rebates to eligible individuals. Immigrants and foreign nationals in the United States may be eligible for some or all of the listed benefits, depending on the circumstances.
Due to COVID-19, USCIS Extends Notice Deadlines, Will Accept Previously Submitted Biometrics for Employment Authorization Extensions | JD Supra
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USCIS Field Offices Closed to Public Through May 3, 2020
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that its field offices will remain closed to the public through May 3, 2020. All routine in-person services are suspended including biometrics appointments, naturalization ceremonies, and InfoPass appointments.
ICE Provides Updated Student Guidance in Response to COVID-19 | JD Supra
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USCIS Completes FY 2021 H-1B Selection Process | JD Supra
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USCIS Extends Field Office Closure to April 7, 2020 | JD Supra
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