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  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 3472
    Reading Time:about 2 hours

    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) have issued a final rule regarding the enforcement of REAL ID requirements for driver's licenses and identification cards used for federal purposes. Starting May 7, 2025, federal agencies must begin enforcing these requirements but can do so using a phased approach until May 5, 2027, if they consider factors like security, operational feasibility, and public impact. This rule aims to provide flexibility for a smoother transition since not all individuals currently possess REAL ID-compliant IDs. Agencies that choose phased enforcement must coordinate with DHS and publicly share their plans.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is making sure everyone uses special ID cards called REAL ID for official things by 2025, but they're allowing agencies to switch over gradually until 2027 to make it easier for everyone. This means people might see different rules at different places, but it should all be ready by 2027.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9040
    Reading Time:about 24 minutes

    On October 3, 2023, Venezuela was designated for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) due to conditions in the country that made it unsafe for Venezuelans to return home. This status was set to expire on April 2, 2025. However, after reviewing the situation in Venezuela, the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security decided that it's against the U.S. national interest for Venezuelans to remain in the U.S. under the 2023 TPS designation. As a result, this designation is being terminated, effective April 7, 2025. The termination doesn't affect the 2021 TPS designation for Venezuela, which remains active until September 10, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government decided that starting on April 7, 2025, some people from Venezuela won't have a special permission to stay longer in the U.S. anymore, because it's not in the best interest of the country, but a different group from 2021 can still stay until September 2025.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:86 FR 8543
    Reading Time:about 30 minutes

    The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has delayed the implementation of a new rule regarding the H-1B visa selection process until December 31, 2021. This rule intended to change how H-1B visa applications are selected, focusing on using wage levels for prioritization. The delay allows U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) additional time to update and test their systems and train their staff to ensure a smooth transition, avoiding confusion and operational disruptions. During this delay, H-1B registrations for the fiscal year 2022 will follow the existing random selection process.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wanted to change how they pick people for a special work-longest trip called H-1B visa by choosing those with the highest-paying jobs first. But they're waiting until the end of the year to start doing this so they can make sure everything works smoothly.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 9949
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is seeking public comments on its plan to extend the collection of information through the Visitor Request Form for another three years. This form collects data about visitors to CISA facilities to assess risks and ensure security. The deadline for submitting comments is April 19, 2021. The agency is interested in feedback on the necessity and practicality of this information collection, as well as suggestions to minimize the burden on respondents.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to keep track of people visiting a special security office to make sure everything is safe. They are asking for ideas on how to make this process easier and want to hear from people before April 19, 2021.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 9516
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Coast Guard, as part of the Department of Homeland Security, has established a temporary safety zone on the Potomac River between the 14th Street Bridge and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. This safety zone is in response to a midair collision between a jet and a helicopter near Reagan Washington National Airport, which resulted in the jet landing in the river. The safety zone is effective from February 7 to February 21, 2025, to protect first responders, vessels, and the public from hazards such as debris and jet fuel. Entry into this zone is prohibited without authorization from the Captain of the Port (COTP) Maryland-National Capital Region or their representative.

    Simple Explanation

    The Coast Guard made a special rule to keep boats and people away from a part of the Potomac River because a plane crashed into the river, and they need to clean up safely. This area is off-limits from February 7 to February 21, 2025, unless they say it's okay to go in.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 3169
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a 30-day period for public comments regarding an information collection related to the Citizenship and Integration Direct Services Grant Program. This request, reviewed under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, aims to extend the current information collection without changes. The feedback will help evaluate aspects like the necessity, accuracy, and impact of the collection process. Public comments can be submitted online, and USCIS seeks input on how to improve the process while minimizing the burden on respondents.

    Simple Explanation

    USCIS wants to hear from people about its plan for a program that helps others become citizens, and they're giving everyone 30 days to say what they think. They want to make sure the paperwork is helpful and not too hard, but some people think they need to explain things more clearly, like how much the program costs and how they pick which groups get money.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 3168
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) are asking for public feedback on their plan to update the H-1B Registration Tool, used for selecting registrations for H-1B visas. People have until February 16, 2021, to submit their comments on the proposal. The USCIS published this notice to comply with the Paperwork Reduction Act, enabling businesses and other interested parties to express their views on the necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden of the information collected. There is no cost to participate as the registration is an online process, and the estimated time for respondents is about 0.5 hours per submission.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to hear what people think about their plan to update a tool that helps pick people for special work visas, and you can tell them what you think until February 16, 2021. It only takes about 30 minutes to share your thoughts, and it doesn't cost anything to do so online.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11324
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is seeking public comments on a proposed new information collection initiative. This initiative involves gathering applicants' social media identifiers to enhance identity verification and national security screening as directed by Executive Order 14161. The public can submit comments on this proposal within the 60-day period ending on May 5, 2025, through the regulations.gov website. The initiative estimates a total of approximately 285,999 hours of public burden, yet no additional costs are anticipated for respondents beyond current requirements.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services wants to know your social media namesβ€”like your online usernameβ€”to make sure everyone is safe before they come to the country. They are asking people to tell them what they think about this idea by May 5, 2025.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:89 FR 105386
    Reading Time:about 23 minutes

    The Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice have announced a further delay in the implementation of the "Security Bars" final rule until December 31, 2025. This rule was originally intended to define certain public health concerns as threats to U.S. security, affecting asylum eligibility. The delay is due to potential conflicts with other existing regulations and the absence of current public health conditions that would activate the rule. The departments are seeking public comments on the postponement, but not on the potential modification or cancellation of the rule.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government is waiting until 2025 to decide if it will follow a plan that could change who can ask for safety in America during health emergencies, and they want to hear what people think about waiting.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 29
    Reading Time:about 18 minutes

    The Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Labor have jointly proposed a new rule seeking public input on extending the Secretary of Labor's review system to specific temporary labor certification cases. This rule will allow the Secretary of Labor to review decisions related to H-2B temporary labor certifications made by the Board of Alien Labor Certification Appeals and the Department of Labor's Administrative Review Board. The proposal includes updates to existing regulations and aims to maintain efficient handling of cases without notable disruption. The departments are encouraging public comments on this proposed rule to ensure informed decision-making.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to change how certain work permission decisions (like letting helpers come to the U.S. for temporary jobs) are checked. They are asking people what they think about letting a big boss have more say in these decisions to make sure everything is fair.

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