Summary
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security plans to stop extending certain immigrant work permits automatically. This change affects refugees, Temporary Protected Status holders, and some visa holders' spouses, potentially causing job issues for some immigrants.
Key Facts
- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) aims to end automatic extensions for some immigrant work permits.
- This affects people like refugees, those with Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and spouses of certain visa holders.
- Currently, these groups receive a 540-day extension when they apply for a work permit renewal.
- DHS announced this change in the Federal Register.
- The reason given for this decision is to ensure national security.
- There is a concern that this might lead to some immigrants not being able to work temporarily.
