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Trump Administration Offers New Immigration Updates and Details

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Our Immigration Team inspects the latest guidance and new policies from the Trump Administration and how they will affect travel for U.S. citizens, immigrants, and visitors....more

Harris Beach Murtha PLLC

U.S. Supreme Court to Interpret 14th Amendment’s Citizenship Clause

On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14160, titled “Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship,” aiming to narrow the application of birthright citizenship in the United States. The...more

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Trump Administration Rescinds Sensitive Locations Policy: What It Means for Institutions of Higher Education

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Shortly after being sworn into office for the second time in January 2025, among his many actions taken related to immigration, President Trump directed the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to rescind guidance that...more

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DOS Significantly Limits the Visa Interview Waiver Program

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The Department of State announced it is restricting the eligibility for visa interview waiver appointments (commonly known as dropbox). To remain eligible for dropbox, applicants must be applying for a visa in the same...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

SCOTUS to Consider Emergency Applications to Lift Nationwide Injunctions on EO Ending Birthright Citizenship?

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The Trump Administration urged the U.S. Supreme Court to limit nationwide injunctions blocking enforcement of the executive order (EO) to end birthright citizenship. Following his inauguration on Jan. 20, 2025, President...more

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Employment Law Update: EEOC Announces Shift in Combatting Employment Discrimination

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The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently signaled a new focus on protecting American workers from unlawful national origin discrimination by employers who prefer non-American workers, such as “illegal...more

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Here’s Why the E-2 Visa is Becoming a Popular Option for Japanese Companies Wanting to Do Business in the U.S.

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Given the strong economic ties between Japan and the U.S., the E-2 visa has become a well-established option for individuals looking to expand their business across the border. The E-2 visa is a type of nonimmigrant visa that...more

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How to Prepare for an “ICE Storm” at the Workplace: A Guide for Employers

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Recently, we have seen a heightened focus on immigration enforcement. Guidance and internal orders within the Department of Justice (DOJ) signal that it may increasingly utilize the immigration laws to prosecute (criminally...more

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The FY 2026 H-1B Visa Lottery: A Quick Guide for Employers

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The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to hire highly skilled foreign professionals. But with a limited number of visas and high demand, early preparation is key. Here is a quick overview of the 2026 H-1B visa lottery...more

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Planning for Travel Ban 2025 – Leaked Draft Includes 43 countries

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An article published by The New York Times on March 14, 2025, details a travel ban proposal under review by the Trump administration affecting 43 countries, categorized using a color-coded triage system (the “Article”). The...more

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Trump 2.0, First Two Months in Review: A Summary of Immigration-Related Actions

The first two months of the Trump administration introduced significant immigration-related executive orders and agency directives. These directives will have broad impacts on employers and foreign nationals living and...more

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All Noncitizens Must Report Change of Address to USCIS Within 10 Days of Moving Residence

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The Trump administration is focusing on fully enforcing existing immigration laws, including the requirement that noncitizens file Form AR-11 to notify USCIS of a change in residence within 10 days of moving....more

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USCIS Announces Mandatory Registration for Certain Noncitizens

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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a new requirement for certain foreign nationals to register with the federal government and provide biometric information, including fingerprints,...more

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Florida Legislature Introduces Three New Bills Aimed at Strengthening Florida’s E-Verify Law

Several bills introduced by Florida legislators aim to strengthen Florida’s E-Verify law—particularly by eliminating the twenty-five–employee minimum for use of the database—and include increased penalties for noncompliance....more

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Closures and Budget Cuts Planned for U.S. Consulates and Embassies Abroad

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has turned its attention to U.S. consulates and embassies abroad, resulting in a pared-down Visa Appointment Wait Times website and plans to close at least a dozen, mostly...more

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New Trump 2.0 Travel Ban Expected to Target 40+ Countries: What You Need to Know

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The Trump Administration is reportedly finalizing a new travel ban that will prohibit or severely limit the citizens of more than 40 countries from entering the United States. On Jan. 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed...more

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Online Registration Deadline for Foreign Nationals

On March 12, 2025 the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued an Interim Final Rule (IFR) amending the foreign national registration regulations to provide a new registration requirement....more

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ETIAS To Launch In 2026: How It Will Impact Over 1 Billion Travelers to Europe

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UPDATE - •We previously reported on the 2025 ETIAS launch and requirement to obtain approval prior to travelling to Europe. •It was recently announced that due to additional technical issues, the new roll out for the...more

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Employer criminally charged for harboring unauthorized workers

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With the recent filing of federal criminal charges against an employer, immigration enforcement actions have escalated to a new level. Leonardo Baez and Alicia Avila-Guel have owned and operated Abby’s Bakery and Dulce’s...more

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Ten Immigration Compliance Tips for Health Care Providers and Businesses

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In today’s complex and rapidly evolving immigration landscape, health care providers and businesses that employ foreign nationals (more than 25% of physicians in the United States are foreign-born) must be proactive in...more

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New York Note: Replacement Deputy Mayors, Council Passes Legislation, DOJ Hotel Investigation, Lawyer Weighs in on Adams Case

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Mayor Eric Adams announced the appointment of four new deputy mayors to replace those who resigned last month due to concerns about his ongoing federal corruption indictment. The following appointments were made: Adolfo...more

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The "New" Alien Registration Requirement Starts April 11, 2025. What Now?

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On April 11, 2025, USCIS will begin enforcing a requirement that certain foreign nationals register with the agency and submit to fingerprinting if they remain in the U.S. for 30 days or longer. This alert summarizes the...more

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USCIS Issues Regulation Requiring Alien Registration

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On March 12, 2025, USCIS issued an Interim Final Regulation (IFR) designating a new registration form to comply with statutory alien registration and fingerprinting provisions. The IFR goes into effect on April 11, 2025....more

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Trump EEOC Says “Anti-American Bias” Is New Focus of Discrimination Enforcement

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On February 19, the EEOC, through its acting chair Andrea Lucas, pledged rigorous enforcement of civil rights laws against companies that show bias for foreign workers, including visa holders, over US citizens. The change...more

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US Department of Labor appoints Randel Johnson as Administrative Review Board Chair

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We are thrilled to congratulate our former partner and longtime friend, Randel Johnson, on his recent appointment to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Administrative Review Board (ARB) . No stranger to ARB he served as judge...more

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