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On January 20, 2021, President Biden directed the reinstatement of Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) for eligible Liberians. As a result, these Liberians have their employment authorization extended until June 30, 2022. The notice also automatically extends certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) and assists eligible Liberians in applying for adjustment of status under the Liberian Refugee Immigration Fairness (LRIF) provision. This measure provides Liberians with additional time to apply for permanent residency and ensures they can continue working during this period.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its component, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), are inviting public comments on their proposed changes to the Application for Naturalization. This is part of a regular information gathering process in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The public is encouraged to provide feedback on the necessity, accuracy, quality, and reduction of burden related to the information collection process. Comments are open for 60 days, and anyone interested can submit their views through the Federal eRulemaking Portal.

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.

President Biden has reinstated Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) for eligible Liberians, allowing them to remain in the United States and continue working until June 30, 2022. This decision was made to support Liberians who have been residing in the U.S. and were part of the DED program as of January 10, 2021, while they transition to lawful permanent resident status. The action reflects the strong relationship between the United States and Liberia and aligns with U.S. foreign policy interests. Some individuals, such as those deemed ineligible for Temporary Protected Status or those with adverse foreign policy impacts, are excluded from this DED extension.