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The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is a federal agency under the umbrella of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that oversees lawful immigration to the United States. The USCIS... more +
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is a federal agency under the umbrella of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that oversees lawful immigration to the United States. The USCIS performs a broad variety of administrative functions, including processing visa and naturalization petitions, as well as applications for asylum and refugee status.  less -
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Employers Must Pay Close Attention to Form I-9 Processing

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In today's legal landscape, compliance with immigration laws is crucial for businesses of all sizes. Employers have a legal obligation to verify the employment eligibility of their workers, and one essential aspect of this...more

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H-1B Cap Lottery Season Commences on March 7, 2025

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Employers seeking to hire foreign professionals in H-1B status need to prepare for the registration process. The annual lottery season commences in early March, and the short filing period lasts little more than two weeks....more

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DHS Partially Vacates 2024 Temporary Protected Status Decision for Haiti

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On February 24, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a notice in the Federal Register partially vacating the July 1, 2024 extension and redesignation of Haiti for Temporary Protected Status (TPS)...more

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Employers: It's Time for the FY2026 H-1B Cap Registration Under the New H-1B Modernization Rule

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It is that time of the year again – H-1B CAP registration is right around the corner. With the continued beneficiary-centric selection process, and the new H-1B modernization rule which impacts H-1B CAP filings, employers...more

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Venezuelan TPS Update: What Employers Should Know About Expiration of EADs for 2023 Designation

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Announced in a Federal Register notice published Feb. 5, 2025, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem decided not to extend the 2023 Venezuela Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation. That designation will expire April 7, 2025....more

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5 Proactive Steps to Mitigate Immigration Compliance Risks in a Shifting Political Landscape

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Businesses are well aware that the incoming administration has made immigration compliance a high-stakes issue. With new policies, shifting regulations, and an ever-changing political landscape, it is challenging to know what...more

Mitratech Holdings, Inc

Equity in Employment: How to Avoid Discrimination While Ensuring Form I-9 Compliance

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The fine line between following proper hiring procedures and promoting fairness and inclusivity requires a seasoned HR professional who understands not only the nuance of hiring in today’s world but also has a legal mind for...more

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Avoiding Penalties and Audits: Understanding the Benefits of Electronic I-9 Compliance

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Are you familiar with the I-9 Form? It may sound like just another piece of paperwork, but for employers in the United States, it carries significant weight. The I-9 Form is a crucial document used to verify an employee’s...more

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Proposed Changes to Form I-9 Create New Compliance Questions

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Employers take note: a new Form I-9 is in the making. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), part of the Department of Homeland Security, announced on November 24, 2015, that it is seeking public comment on the...more

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