When Americans think about immigration reform, many probably think of addressing the flow of illegal immigration from Mexico. But the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 and the more recent tragedy in San Bernardino, Calif., show that addressing legal immigration is far more critical to our national security.
Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Obama Immigration Actions
Supreme Court said that it would consider a legal challenge to President Obama’s overhaul of the nation’s immigration rules. The court, which has twice rejected challenges to Mr. Obama’s health care law, will now determine the fate of one of his most far-reaching executive actions.
Visa Bulletin for February 2016
This Visa Bulletin summarizes the availability of Immigrant Visa numbers during February 2016 for: “Application Final Action Dates” (consistent with prior Visa Bulletins) and “Dates for Filing Applications,” indicating when immigrant visa applicants should be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to the National Visa Center.
DHS Proposed Rule to Amend Its Regulations Related to Skilled Workers
DHS proposed rule to amend its regulations related to Skilled Workers (EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 immigrant and non-immigrant) visa programs. Comments are due by 2/29/16. (80 FR 81900, 12/31/15)
Families are Taken Into Custody as Push to Deport Immigrants Denied Refuge Begins
The detentions of at least 11 families across the country marked the first day of an effort by the government to find and deport Central American immigrants who sought refuge in the U.S. and stayed illegally, immigrant advocates said Saturday.
EB-5 Provision Extended
A joint resolution in Congress has temporarily extended the EB-5 provision governing Regional Centers by granting funding of the program until December 16, 2015.
New Questions About Visa Used by California Shooters
The use of a relatively obscure visa to enter the U.S. by the Pakistani woman involved in last week’s terror attack in California has raised new concerns about the country’s visa programs.
Visa Bulletin for January 2016
This VISA BULLETIN (issued by the Department of State) summarizes the availability of immigrant numbers as of JANUARY 2016 for: “Application Final Action Dates” (consistent with prior Visa Bulletins) and “Dates for Filing Applications,” indicating when immigrant visa applicants should be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to the National Visa Center.
USCIS Issues Draft Guidance On Use Of Interpreters
The Policy Memorandum provides guidance on the role and use of interpreters who appear before the USCIS.
Paris Attacks Reshape U.S. Debate on Immigration
U.S. lawmakers called on Tuesday for even tighter scrutiny of Syrian refugees fleeing to the United States as last week's deadly Paris attacks U.S. debate on immigration and national security, prompting a sharp rebuke from President Barack Obama, who said attempts to block entry were "offensive and contrary to American values".