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On June 20, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rolled out a significant compliance update for U.S. employers who participate in E-Verify. This update introduces a new "Status Change Report" designed to help businesses identify employees whose Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) have been revoked due to the termination of their immigration parole. If your company employs individuals under humanitarian parole programs—especially Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, or Venezuelan (CHNV) nationals—this alert should be a priority on your compliance radar. What Changed? DHS has started revoking EADs issued to certain parolees whose status has been terminated. These revocations can happen individually or in groups and...

As of June 11, 2025, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented a critical update to its policy regarding the Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record. This change significantly impacts applicants pursuing adjustment of status and highlights the importance of staying up to date with immigration procedures. If you’re navigating the complex U.S. immigration system, the VKM Law Group—a trusted Immigration Attorney in New Jersey—is here to ensure you remain compliant and informed. Under the new policy, any Form I-693 signed on or after November 1, 2023, is only valid while the immigration application...

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced significant enhancements to the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) program, expanding the capabilities of state and local governments to verify U.S. citizenship and immigration status. This update is designed to support election integrity, improve access to federal verification tools, and streamline processes for public agencies. Key Features of the SAVE Program Update The new changes, effective immediately, allow state and local agencies to: Use Social Security Numbers for Verification: Previously, a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) identification number was required to verify status, which many state agencies did not collect. Now, Social Security...