The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) have proposed a new rule that may change the validity of work permits for specific immigrant groups from two years to one year. The proposed rule, titled “Clarification of Discretionary Employment Authorization for Certain Aliens,” was published on June 1, 2026, and is currently open for public comments until August 1, 2026.
Key Details:
- Proposed rule would affect parolees, deferred-action recipients, and individuals under orders of supervision.
- Applicants must demonstrate economic necessity to work.
- New requirements include biometrics and FBI background checks prior to issuance of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs).
- Renewals would be tied to an enrolled employer in the E-Verify system, with a one-year validity cap.
- Criminal records and gang affiliations could bar approval for applicants.
This proposed rule could significantly impact immigrants seeking work authorization under the specified categories. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: Andrei Solodov