A lawsuit has been filed against the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) challenging its recent policy that eliminates automatic extensions of work permits for immigrants with pending renewal applications. The complaint, brought forth by Public Citizen Litigation Group and the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project, argues that an interim final rule issued last October violated notice requirements under the Administrative Procedure Act and failed to consider the negative impacts of removing the grace period.
Key Details:
- The interim final rule was issued in October 2022.
- The Biden administration had previously extended the automatic extension period from 180 days to 540 days to prevent lapses in work authorization.
- The Trump administration eliminated this extension, citing the need for increased vetting of immigrant work permit holders.
- The lawsuit highlights concerns that the end of automatic extensions could push tens of thousands of immigrants out of the labor force this year.
This legal challenge could significantly impact many immigrants relying on work permits as they navigate the renewal process. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: Andrew Kreighbaum