Some USCIS Service Centers are taking a more restrictive approach to filing deadlines for F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) applications, which is resulting in unexpected denials. There are several deadlines to consider in handling an OPT application: Pursuant to 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(f)(11)(i)(B)(2) “[f]or post-completion OPT,...
The National Journal reported that the Obama administration’s program to defer deportation for young undocumented immigrants will be up and running on Aug. 15, but the program’s success will depend on a host of details that will be worked out on a case-by-case basis. Department of Homeland Security’s...
Illegal Immigration: A Look at Philly ...
On July 19, 2012, DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano testified before Congress about Deferred Action for Dreamers. Her testimony provided a few new pieces of information about the program that was announced on June 15, 2012. Upper Age Eligibility: Applicants younger than 31 on June 15, 2012...
Fox News Latino reported that Arizona and other U.S. states have slowed the growth of immigration from Mexico to its northern neighbor, according to a study released in Mexico City by the BBVA Bancomer Foundation. The weak U.S. economy was the principal factor in discouraging Mexican immigrants...
The Arizona Capital Times reported that a year after federal officials announced a program of “prosecutorial discretion” aimed at reducing nearly 300,000 pending immigration cases, only 1.5 percent of the backlogged cases have been closed. The policy allows prosecutors to exercise discretion on which cases to pursue,...
The National Journal Reported that Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Republican Chuck Grassley on Wednesday removed a huge barrier to legislation that could speed the doddering visa system for highly skilled immigration. He removed his "hold" on legislation that would ease the immense backlogs for applicants from...
The Public Works Employment Verification Act was signed into law by Gov. Tom Corbett. The bill mandates use of E-Verify for state public works contractors and subcontractors starting 1/1/13. ...
The Hill.com reported that leading House Democrats say President Obama has a great opportunity to pass immigration reform next year if he keeps the White House, but warn his window to act will be short. Although Obama vowed on the campaign trail four years ago to...
