USCIS News Releases

USCIS News Releases

DHS Helps Companies Fill More Jobs, Strengthens Worker Protections in the H-2 Programs with Final Rule

Published on Tue, 17 Dec 24 12:18:05 -0500

Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a final rule that will allow U.S. companies that need seasonal workers to more quickly and efficiently fill those jobs.

DHS Strengthens H-1B Program, Allowing U.S. Employers to More Quickly Fill Critical Jobs

Published on Tue, 17 Dec 24 11:22:42 -0500

Rule will provide greater benefits and flexibilities for U.S. employers and specialty occupation workers, helping to meet U.S. labor needs.

DHS Announces Permanent Increase of the Automatic Extension Period for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants

Published on Tue, 10 Dec 24 11:39:50 -0500

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a final rule that will support U.S. employers, foster economic growth, and improve access to employment authorization documents (EAD) for eligible individuals by permanently increasing the automatic extension period of employment authorization and employment authorization documentation from up to 180 days to up to 540 days for eligible noncitizens who file a timely request to renew their work authorization.

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