ABC News reports that in the past few days, two Republican members of the House of Representatives--Daniel Webster (R-FL) and Aaron Schock (R-IL)--have expressed preliminary support for a way to legalize undocumented immigrants and allow them to eventually earn full citizenship.
Republicans May Be Changing Minds on Immigration Reform: Members of Congress have been on recess for only a few days, but it already seems the time away from Washington means more support for a pathway to citizenship among some Republicans. In the past few days, two Republican members of the House of Representatives...
Friday, August 9, 2013
Immigration Reform will decrease the federal deficit by $197 billion NPZ LAW GROUP, P.C. Attorneys Ridgewood New Jersey
Congressional budget analysts said that legislation to overhaul the nation's immigration laws would cut hundreds of billions from the federal deficit over the next two decades.
A long-awaited analysis by the Congressional Budget Office found that the benefits of an increase in legal residents from immigration legislation currently being debated in the Senate - which includes a pathway to citizenship - would far outweigh the costs. "The findings in this report give proof that implementing smart immigration reform will strengthen the U.S economy," "Creating an immigration system that puts immigrants on a path to citizenship will not only boost wages and entrepreneurship, but will also bring more tax contributions and spending to small businesses in their local economies."
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A long-awaited analysis by the Congressional Budget Office found that the benefits of an increase in legal residents from immigration legislation currently being debated in the Senate - which includes a pathway to citizenship - would far outweigh the costs. "The findings in this report give proof that implementing smart immigration reform will strengthen the U.S economy," "Creating an immigration system that puts immigrants on a path to citizenship will not only boost wages and entrepreneurship, but will also bring more tax contributions and spending to small businesses in their local economies."
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U.S. Canada Begin Phase II of Entry/Exit Project 2013
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the implementation of Phase II of the Entry/Exit information system, a commitment of the Beyond the Border Action Plan.
Under Phase II, DHS and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) will expand the exchange of biographic entry data collected on third-country nationals (those who are neither citizens of Canada nor of the United States), permanent residents of Canada who are not U.S. citizens, and lawful permanent residents of the United States who are not Canadian citizens, to all automated land ports of entry at the common border, including all major land border crossings.
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
International Child Abductions
The term international child abduction is generally synonymous with international parental kidnapping, child snatching, and child stealing. However, the more precise legal usage of international child abduction originates in private international law and refers to the illegal removal of children from their home by an acquaintance or family member to a foreign country. In this context, "illegal" is normally taken to mean "in breach of custodial rights" and "home" is defined as the child's habitual residence. As implied by the "breach of custodial rights," the phenomenon of international child abduction generally involves an illegal removal that creates a jurisdictional conflict of laws whereby multiple authorities and jurisdictions could conceivably arrive at seemingly reasonable and conflicting custodial decisions with geographically limited application. Such a result often strongly affects a child's access and connection to half their family and may causes the loss of their former language, culture, name and nationality, it violates numerous children's rights, and can cause severe psychological and emotional trauma to the child and family left behind.
The Working of the Hague Convention
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, or Hague Abduction Convention is a multilateral treaty developed by the Hague Conference on Private International Law that provides an expeditious method to return a child internationally abducted by a parent from one member nation to another. Proceedings on the Convention concluded 25 October 1980 and the Convention entered into force between the signatory nations on 1 December 1983. The Convention was drafted to ensure the prompt return of children who have been abducted from their country of habitual residence or wrongfully retained in a contracting state not their country of habitual residence. The primary intention of the Convention is to preserve whatever status quo child custody arrangement existed immediately before an alleged wrongful removal or retention thereby deterring a parent from crossing international boundaries in search of a more sympathetic court. The Convention applies only to children under the age of 16.
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
Friday, August 2, 2013
State-by-State Reports: The Economic Benefits of Fixing Our Broken Immigration System | The White House
State-by-State Reports: The Economic Benefits of Fixing Our Broken Immigration System | The White House
Commonsense immigration reform will strengthen the U.S. economy and create jobs. Independent studies affirm that commonsense immigration reform will increase economic growth by adding more high-demand workers to the labor force, increasing capital investment and overall productivity, and leading to greater numbers of entrepreneurs starting companies in the U.S.
Commonsense immigration reform will strengthen the U.S. economy and create jobs. Independent studies affirm that commonsense immigration reform will increase economic growth by adding more high-demand workers to the labor force, increasing capital investment and overall productivity, and leading to greater numbers of entrepreneurs starting companies in the U.S.
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Immigration bill 2013: Immigration vote may wait until October, Paul Ryan says - Seung Min Kim - POLITICO.com
Immigration bill 2013: Immigration vote may wait until October, Paul Ryan says - Seung Min Kim - POLITICO.com
Tentatively, in October, we’re going to vote on a border security bill, an interior enforcement bill, a bill for legal immigration,” Ryan said, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Tentatively, in October, we’re going to vote on a border security bill, an interior enforcement bill, a bill for legal immigration,” Ryan said, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Saturday, July 27, 2013
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VISA BULLETIN FOR AUGUST 2013 NPZ LAW GROUP, P.C. Attorneys Ridgewood New Jersey
The following information is provided by the Visa Office regarding the cut-off dates for the month of August 2013.
FAMILY PREFERENCES
F1-Family first preference: Unmarried sons and daughters over the age of 21 years of U.S. Citizens. The cut-off date has moved forward by twelve (12) weeks for most of the countries including India to September 1, 2006.
F2A - Family second preference: Spouses and minor children, and unmarried sons and daughters of permanent residents. The cut-off date for this category for most countries including India is CURRENT.
Monday, July 15, 2013
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Monday, July 8, 2013
Immigration bill's starts and stops - Seung Min Kim - POLITICO.com
Immigration bill's starts and stops - Seung Min Kim - POLITICO.com
House Republicans have declared the Senate-passed legislation dead on arrival, and two House committees have cleared five separate bills — which Democrats hate — to reform pieces of the current system. Republicans have an all-hands-on-deck meeting on Wednesday to discuss various options.
House Republicans have declared the Senate-passed legislation dead on arrival, and two House committees have cleared five separate bills — which Democrats hate — to reform pieces of the current system. Republicans have an all-hands-on-deck meeting on Wednesday to discuss various options.
Sunday, July 7, 2013
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Tuesday, July 2, 2013
Implementation of the Supreme Court Ruling on the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) NPZ LAW GROUP, P.C. Attorneys Ridgewood New Jersey
Implementation of the Supreme Court Ruling on the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) NPZ LAW GROUP, P.C. Attorneys Ridgewood New Jersey
After last week's decision by the Supreme Court holding that Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is unconstitutional, President Obama directed federal departments to ensure the decision and its implication for federal benefits for same-sex legally married couples are implemented swiftly and smoothly. To that end, effective immediately, I have directed U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to review immigration visa petitions filed on behalf of a same-sex spouse in the same manner as those filed on behalf of an opposite-sex spouse.
After last week's decision by the Supreme Court holding that Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is unconstitutional, President Obama directed federal departments to ensure the decision and its implication for federal benefits for same-sex legally married couples are implemented swiftly and smoothly. To that end, effective immediately, I have directed U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to review immigration visa petitions filed on behalf of a same-sex spouse in the same manner as those filed on behalf of an opposite-sex spouse.
Sunday, June 30, 2013
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Wednesday, June 26, 2013
US immigration Bill passes key test vote in Senate | Business Standard
US immigration Bill passes key test vote in Senate | Business Standard
An immigration Bill endorsed by US President Barack Obama easily cleared an important test on Monday when the US Senate backed new border security steps seen as essential to the legislation's fate.
By a vote of 67-27, the border security amendment cleared a procedural hurdle, leaving opponents of the Bill with few remaining opportunities for killing or further delaying passage of the legislation this week.
An immigration Bill endorsed by US President Barack Obama easily cleared an important test on Monday when the US Senate backed new border security steps seen as essential to the legislation's fate.
By a vote of 67-27, the border security amendment cleared a procedural hurdle, leaving opponents of the Bill with few remaining opportunities for killing or further delaying passage of the legislation this week.
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
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Tuesday, June 4, 2013
Schumer predicts immigration bill will pass Senate by July 4, aims for 70 votes - The Hill's Video
Schumer predicts immigration bill will pass Senate by July 4, aims for 70 votes - The Hill's Video
The House is drafting its own series of immigration bills, and Boehner has said the lower chamber would not be “steamrolled” by Democrats. In a joint statement last month, the entire House Republican leadership said the House would not simply “take up and pass” the Senate bill.
The House is drafting its own series of immigration bills, and Boehner has said the lower chamber would not be “steamrolled” by Democrats. In a joint statement last month, the entire House Republican leadership said the House would not simply “take up and pass” the Senate bill.
Monday, June 3, 2013
Nachman Phulwani Zimovcak (NPZ) Law Group, P.C.'s Immigration Update (June 2013).
Dear Readers:
As the U.S. "Immigration Reform Storm" continues to advance, it is clear that reform legislation still has a long way to go. While it is true that the Senate Judiciary Committee "did a good job" (and we commend them for it!) by considering hundreds of amendments to the proposed Bill, there is still an uphill battle before the proposed Bill can become a statutory reality.
On nearly a daily basis, NPZ Law Group Lawyers, continue to receive questions from clients and prospective clients about their prospects for RPI and Blue Card status, etc. We remind our readers that the proposed immigration reform Bill is NOT the law and that while the information about the proposed new law is interesting (from a potential planning perspective) it is, at this juncture, purely "academic".
One of the questions posed regularly to our immigration lawyers and attorneys is whether we feel that the new law will pass. In general, it is difficult to say whether this proposed Bill will become a reality. However, unlike the proposed Immigration Reform Bills that have failed in the past, now we live in a different immigration-reform climate. What do we mean?
Well, unlike immigration reform in the past, today the pro-immigration reformers are better organized. It also appears that today pro-immigration reformers have better spokespeople than they did in 2007. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL.) carries more weight in the GOP than did Senator John McCain (R-Ariz.), in 2007. Of late, a shortage of high-tech workers is more acute. Focus has been placed by USCIS upon "entrepreneurial spirit" (Entrepreneur-in-Residence Program) that is kindled by foreign nationals who bring jobs and capital infusion to the U.S. economy. Also, Republicans have lost two presidential races, doing poorly with Hispanic voters.
In addition, it is important to point out that the GOP itself has changed. Although immigration opponents are loath to admit it, Libertarians who are generally pro-immigration reform, are on the upswing in the Party. It seems that Republicans can accept a path to citizenship, under the conditions embodied in S. 744 that was crafted by the "Gang of Eight" (a bi-partisan working group), in order to obtain border security. This essentially relegates immigration opponents to argue that "immigration is bad for the economy" (which is neither a proposition of the conservatives nor true). On the other hand, immigration opponents may try to argue that the border provisions aren't good enough.
The Republicans are basically between a "rock and a hard place" on the issue of Comprehensive Immigration Reform (CIR). If Republicans take a hard line approach on the issue, they are likely to severely damage the parties' prospects in the next Presidential Election. If the Republicans in the House and the Senate moderate on the issue, we are likely to see the passage of a Bill. However, moderation, like every political posture, will likely come at a price.
For more information about S.744, the proposed "Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act", or any other aspect of Comprehensive Immigration Reform, or in connection with any business or family-based immigration services, please feel free to e-mail to the members of the VISASERVE Team at info@visaserve.com or call us at 201-670-0006 (x107).
Friday, May 31, 2013
Good Job Senate Judiciary Committee
Yes, Senate Judiciary Committee did a good job on Immigration Reform Bill.
Gail Collins in his NY Times Article said, "Immigration reform has been the 2013 bipartisan bright spot in the Senate, unless you were really moved by the day they voted to debate gun control before killing all the gun control plans. The committee members cheerfully plowed through 300-odd proposed amendments, while taking turns telling which country their great-grandfather came from. There was, of course, a lot of disagreement, although almost everybody seemed to enjoy slapping down ideas offered by Senator Jeff Sessions of Alabama.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Hilariously Bad Ads That Were Rejected
Hilariously Bad Ads That Were Rejected
This results in some hilariously bad ideas that don’t meet with the client’s approval—mainly because they are politically incorrect, insensitive, offensive or just in bad taste.
This results in some hilariously bad ideas that don’t meet with the client’s approval—mainly because they are politically incorrect, insensitive, offensive or just in bad taste.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Immigration Bill Gaining Steam
The U.S. Senate's Gang of Eight fended off poison-pill amendments, meant to derail a bipartisan immigration reform bill supporters say is gaining steam.
The Senate Judiciary Committee, during a markup session last week, voted down Republican-sponsored amendments that sought to delay putting 11 million illegal immigrants on a path to citizenship and dramatically increase the number of Border Patrol agents and surveillance vehicles, among other things, The Hill reported Friday.
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The Senate Judiciary Committee, during a markup session last week, voted down Republican-sponsored amendments that sought to delay putting 11 million illegal immigrants on a path to citizenship and dramatically increase the number of Border Patrol agents and surveillance vehicles, among other things, The Hill reported Friday.
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USCIS Immigrant Fee Payment Moves to USCIS ELIS
USCIS Immigrant Fee Payment Moves to USCIS ELIS
USCIS has moved the online payment of the USCIS Immigrant Fee to its Electronic Immigration System (USCIS ELIS). Customers must now pay the $165 USCIS Immigrant Fee using USCIS ELIS after they receive their immigrant visa package from the Department of State and before they depart for the United States. USCIS ELIS is easy to use and provides direct access to case status updates. New immigrants will also use USCIS ELIS to file future applications and petitions when they become available in the system.
USCIS has moved the online payment of the USCIS Immigrant Fee to its Electronic Immigration System (USCIS ELIS). Customers must now pay the $165 USCIS Immigrant Fee using USCIS ELIS after they receive their immigrant visa package from the Department of State and before they depart for the United States. USCIS ELIS is easy to use and provides direct access to case status updates. New immigrants will also use USCIS ELIS to file future applications and petitions when they become available in the system.
Sunday, May 19, 2013
WASHINGTON: Senators tackle student visas in immigration bill - Technology - MiamiHerald.com
WASHINGTON: Senators tackle student visas in immigration bill - Technology - MiamiHerald.com
The Senate authors of a far-reaching immigration bill have turned back GOP efforts to rewrite provisions allowing more high-tech workers into the country.
The Senate authors of a far-reaching immigration bill have turned back GOP efforts to rewrite provisions allowing more high-tech workers into the country.
Sunday, May 5, 2013
USCIS: USCIS Immigrant Fee Payment to Move to USCIS ELIS
USCIS: USCIS Immigrant Fee Payment to Move to USCIS ELIS
USCIS is moving the existing online payment for the USCIS Immigrant Fee to its Electronic Immigration System (USCIS ELIS). Customers will soon pay the $165 USCIS Immigrant Fee using USCIS ELIS after they receive their immigrant visa package from the Department of State and before they depart for the United States.
USCIS is moving the existing online payment for the USCIS Immigrant Fee to its Electronic Immigration System (USCIS ELIS). Customers will soon pay the $165 USCIS Immigrant Fee using USCIS ELIS after they receive their immigrant visa package from the Department of State and before they depart for the United States.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
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Saturday, April 20, 2013
To get green cards, these immigrants must prove they are extraordinary
To get green cards, these immigrants must prove they are extraordinary
While statistics show the percentage of applications approved hit a decade high last year, some immigration lawyers think it's actually getting more difficult to make cases, with frequent requests for more evidence that underscore the subjective side of the process.
While statistics show the percentage of applications approved hit a decade high last year, some immigration lawyers think it's actually getting more difficult to make cases, with frequent requests for more evidence that underscore the subjective side of the process.
Thursday, April 18, 2013
The Nachman Phulwani Zimovcak (NPZ) Law Office Applauds The Introduction of a Bi-Partisan Senate Immigration Reform Bill.
April 18, 2013 - Ridgewood, New Jersey - The Nachman Phulwani Zimovcak (NPZ) Law Group, applauds the "Gang of Eight" Senators who have introduced the "Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization Act." The Senators and their staff have been working tirelessly, for months, to create a bi-partisan solution that attempts to fix our broken immigration system.
Following Senator Rubio's appearance on 7 talk shows this past Sunday, Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ), a member of the Gang of Eight, announced the components of the Bill in a teleconference yesterday. Mr. Nachman met on Capitol Hill with Senator Menendez's staff (and other Congressmen) to discuss immigration reform late last week. The Senate is to be commended for having the courage to lean into this difficult issue and bring forth a detailed and comprehensive proposal. In addition, labor and business groups should be acknowledged for their role in negotiating, in advance, some of the toughest sticking points to help ensure a smooth path through Congress.
One of NPZ's Managing Immigration Attorneys, David Nachman, Esq. states: "The introduction of this bipartisan legislation shows that there is a change in the disruptive political thought process that has been at play for many years over the immigration issue. The fact that the two parties are seriously negotiating a "comprehensive bill" as to a piece meal introduction of bills shows that immigration reform may become a reality in 2013".
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
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It seems clearly to be the case that the "winds of change are in the air". One of the most illuminating meetings Mr. Nachman had on Capitol Hill was with the representatives of the Offices of Senators Menendez and Lautenberg who are responsible for immigration issues. Mr. Nachman was briefed by Senator Menendez's Staff Members about the proposed CIR Bill that is likely to be introduced as early as Today. As most of our readers are aware, Senator Menendez is a member of the "Gang of Eight" and, as such, his staff members are well-versed on the provisions of the proposed new CIR Bill.
It seems clearly to be the case that the "winds of change are in the air". One of the most illuminating meetings Mr. Nachman had on Capitol Hill was with the representatives of the Offices of Senators Menendez and Lautenberg who are responsible for immigration issues. Mr. Nachman was briefed by Senator Menendez's Staff Members about the proposed CIR Bill that is likely to be introduced as early as Today. As most of our readers are aware, Senator Menendez is a member of the "Gang of Eight" and, as such, his staff members are well-versed on the provisions of the proposed new CIR Bill.
Monday, April 15, 2013
Lawmakers ready to unveil immigration deal : Madisondotcom
Lawmakers ready to unveil immigration deal : Madisondotcom
The so-called Gang of Eight is finishing up the final details and is planning to unveil the proposed legislation on Tuesday. Even before the measure gets its first public airing, its authors were defending the program that would provide a pathway to citizenship for the 11 million individuals in this country who came illegally or overstayed their visit.
"We're not awarding anybody anything. All we're doing is giving people the opportunity to eventually earn access to our new, improved and modernized legal immigration system," said Sen. Marco Rubio, a Florida Republican who has been among the lawmakers at work on the overhaul.
The so-called Gang of Eight is finishing up the final details and is planning to unveil the proposed legislation on Tuesday. Even before the measure gets its first public airing, its authors were defending the program that would provide a pathway to citizenship for the 11 million individuals in this country who came illegally or overstayed their visit.
"We're not awarding anybody anything. All we're doing is giving people the opportunity to eventually earn access to our new, improved and modernized legal immigration system," said Sen. Marco Rubio, a Florida Republican who has been among the lawmakers at work on the overhaul.
Pathway to citizenship doesn't look like easy...er...amnesty street under Senate bill
Pathway to citizenship doesn't look like easy...er...amnesty street under Senate bill
They’ll have to pay fines, get fingerprinted, show they’re crime-free taxpayers and — little reported until now — check in periodically with a probation-like immigration system to make sure they’re in good standing with the law, according to Democrats and Republicans familiar with the Senate’s proposed legislation, which will be released Tuesday.
They’ll have to pay fines, get fingerprinted, show they’re crime-free taxpayers and — little reported until now — check in periodically with a probation-like immigration system to make sure they’re in good standing with the law, according to Democrats and Republicans familiar with the Senate’s proposed legislation, which will be released Tuesday.
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Sunday, April 7, 2013
USCIS: USCIS Reaches FY 2014 H-1B Cap
USCIS: USCIS Reaches FY 2014 H-1B Cap
American companies are so eager to hire highly skilled foreign workers that a cap on new visas has been reached within a matter of days. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced Friday that it has received more than 85,000 applications from employers seeking visas for computer programmers, engineers, physicians and other educated workers with specialized skills. Of the total visas, 20,000 are set aside for people with graduate degrees from American universities.
American companies are so eager to hire highly skilled foreign workers that a cap on new visas has been reached within a matter of days. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced Friday that it has received more than 85,000 applications from employers seeking visas for computer programmers, engineers, physicians and other educated workers with specialized skills. Of the total visas, 20,000 are set aside for people with graduate degrees from American universities.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
The Associated Press Drops "Illegal Immigrant" From Standards Book - ABC News
The Associated Press Drops "Illegal Immigrant" From Standards Book - ABC News
Last fall, the AP said they would restrict the usage of "illegal immigrant" to certain circumstances due to the complexity of the immigration experience. Paul Colford, the director of media relations for the AP, addressed the issue in an email, saying that "ongoing, lively, internal conversation" about "illegal immigrant" continued after that announcement.
Last fall, the AP said they would restrict the usage of "illegal immigrant" to certain circumstances due to the complexity of the immigration experience. Paul Colford, the director of media relations for the AP, addressed the issue in an email, saying that "ongoing, lively, internal conversation" about "illegal immigrant" continued after that announcement.
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Next immigration hurdle: Citizenship's fine print - Carrie Budoff Brown - POLITICO.com
Next immigration hurdle: Citizenship's fine print - Carrie Budoff Brown - POLITICO.com
But with the Gang of Eight taking another step closer to a deal, the balance it strikes on the path to citizenship details — including penalties, fees and requirements for legal permanent residence — now will be as consequential as any of the higher-profile issues. It will help determine both the political viability of the bill and how many of the country’s 11 million undocumented immigrants ultimately get a shot at citizenship.
But with the Gang of Eight taking another step closer to a deal, the balance it strikes on the path to citizenship details — including penalties, fees and requirements for legal permanent residence — now will be as consequential as any of the higher-profile issues. It will help determine both the political viability of the bill and how many of the country’s 11 million undocumented immigrants ultimately get a shot at citizenship.
Sunday, March 31, 2013
USCIS: Continue to Use the Current Form N-400, Application for Naturalization
USCIS: Continue to Use the Current Form N-400, Application for Naturalization
Continue to Use the Current Form N-400, Application for Naturalization
March 29, 2013
Until further notice, applicants should continue using the March 22, 2012, edition of Form N-400 currently available on the forms section of www.uscis.gov.
Friday, March 29, 2013
The Robert Menendez Fundraiser at TV Asia - Nachman Phulwani Zimovcak (NPZ) Law Group, P.C. - VISASERVE
The Robert Menendez Fundraiser at TV Asia - Nachman Phulwani Zimovcak (NPZ) Law Group, P.C. - VISASERVE
As a supporter of immigration reform in the U.S., Senator Robert Menendez is one of the "gang of eight", who are likely to be reporting the blueprint for a comprehensive immigration reform bill within the next several months. We invite our clients and potential clients to strap themselves in for what promises to be nothing less then a really "wild ride".
As a supporter of immigration reform in the U.S., Senator Robert Menendez is one of the "gang of eight", who are likely to be reporting the blueprint for a comprehensive immigration reform bill within the next several months. We invite our clients and potential clients to strap themselves in for what promises to be nothing less then a really "wild ride".
Monday, March 25, 2013
Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg eyes political push on immigration - Michelle Quinn and Anna Palmer - POLITICO.com
Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg eyes political push on immigration - Michelle Quinn and Anna Palmer - POLITICO.com
The 28-year-old Facebook CEO and billionaire — after mostly staying out of the political fray while running his company’s day-to-day operations — is joining with other executives to form an issues advocacy organization, with an initial focus on comprehensive immigration reform, according to sources familiar with the discussions.
The 28-year-old Facebook CEO and billionaire — after mostly staying out of the political fray while running his company’s day-to-day operations — is joining with other executives to form an issues advocacy organization, with an initial focus on comprehensive immigration reform, according to sources familiar with the discussions.
Sunday, March 17, 2013
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While Congress contemplates the major issue of Comprehensive Immigration Reform (CIR) and how to provide a pathway to Citizenship for the 11 Million undocumented workers in the U.S., there have been some important recent developments in the U.S. immigration law arena during the past several weeks.
While Congress contemplates the major issue of Comprehensive Immigration Reform (CIR) and how to provide a pathway to Citizenship for the 11 Million undocumented workers in the U.S., there have been some important recent developments in the U.S. immigration law arena during the past several weeks.
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Ala. granting DLs for immigrants under Obama rule - ABC 33/40 - Birmingham News, Weather, Sports
Ala. granting DLs for immigrants under Obama rule - ABC 33/40 - Birmingham News, Weather, Sports
Alabama officials have announced that young immigrants who came to the country as children—also known as DREAMers—will be allowed to apply for state driver's licenses. The decision affects an estimated 10,000 to 20,000 DREAMers who stand to benefit from the federal government's Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals ("DACA") program.
Alabama officials have announced that young immigrants who came to the country as children—also known as DREAMers—will be allowed to apply for state driver's licenses. The decision affects an estimated 10,000 to 20,000 DREAMers who stand to benefit from the federal government's Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals ("DACA") program.
Thursday, March 14, 2013
The Economic Case for Commonsense Immigration Reform | The White House
The Economic Case for Commonsense Immigration Reform | The White House
America’s immigration system is broken. Too many employers game the system by hiring undocumented workers and there are 11 million people living in the shadows. Neither is good for the economy or the country. We must come together on a plan that requires responsibility from everyone —both from the workers who came here illegally and those who hire them—and guarantees that everyone is playing by the same rules.
America’s immigration system is broken. Too many employers game the system by hiring undocumented workers and there are 11 million people living in the shadows. Neither is good for the economy or the country. We must come together on a plan that requires responsibility from everyone —both from the workers who came here illegally and those who hire them—and guarantees that everyone is playing by the same rules.
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THE H-1B SEASON IS UPON US AGAIN. NPZ LAW GROUP, P.C. Attorneys Ridgewood New Jersey
The 2013 H-1B Season is Upon Us . . . Will This Year's Economy Bring a Lottery? At this juncture, it does not seem likely. However, as the statistics from last year show, planning in advance of April 1st for the H-1B is the key to being able to continue your authorized work status in the U.S. U.S.
Yes, it is that time of year again! We always hear the Accountants moan and groan about the approaching April 15th deadline each year, but you have to listen a bit more closely and you will hear (and see) the U.S. Business Immigration Lawyers and Attorneys manifesting their continuing distaste for the April 1st filing date for cap-subject H-1B professional and specialty occupation workers.
Well, here we go again . . .
April 1st, 2013 marks the first day when prospective H-1B petitioning employers and prospective H-1B employees will be able to apply to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) for Labor Condition Applications (LCA) and H-1B visa petitions to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) for employment in the fiscal 2013-2014 year (FY 2013). Our advice to our H-1B employer clients continues to be that they need to think about filing H-1B petitions on (or very close to the) April 1st deadline for new and existing employees (usually international students in Optional Practical Training [OPT]) who will be eligible for first-time H-1B visas to begin their employment on or after October 1st, 2013.
By way of background, each Fiscal Year (FY), Congress mandated an annual cap of 65,000 H-1B visas for "professional and specialty occupation workers" who possess the equivalence of a U.S. Bachelor's Degree. There are also an additional 20,000 H-1B visas available for individuals who possess the U.S. Master's Degree or other advanced degrees from U.S. Colleges or Universities.
Some cases are NOT subject to the cap. For example, Institutions of Higher Education and Government Research Organizations are H-1B Cap exempt organizations. It continues to be the case that H-1B visa petitions filed on behalf of current workers who have been counted previously against the H-1B visa cap are also not included in the annual cap. Additionally, pursuant to the Chile and Singapore Free Trade Agreement, 6,800 H-1B visas are available exclusively to Chile
Our offices continue to assist international students who are trying to obtain the H-1B nonimmigrant visa. We also assist employers with E-Verify applications, so that they can offer international students, who are working for them in Optional Practical Training (OPT), a 17-month STEM extension.
In 2008, there was a regulation that gave some assistance to international students in the U.S.
Also, many Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) students continue to use the STEM extension as a way to get two (2) bites at the apple and to obtain the additional time they need to petition in a subsequent H-1B cycle. To get the STEM extensions, an employer needs to be enrolled in E-Verify. Now E-Verify allows the public to view which are and which are not E-Verify employers.
For several fiscal years, the H-1B allotment actually lasted for almost eight to nine months. This past year, the H-1B allocation went faster. However, in some years past, the H-1B allotment was actually exhausted within three (3) days of the H-1B visas becoming available on April 1st. This required the CIS to conduct a "lottery". Those were scary times for individuals and companies seeking H-1Bs.
It is likely that the demand for H-1B visas this fiscal year may be greater than it was for last year. We keep hearing that "economic recovery" continues in 2013. For this reason, we continue to advise our H-1B employers to consider filing on April 1st, 2013, or as close to April 1st, as possible.
For any additional information about the 2013 "H-1B Season" or about speaking to employers about how to prepare and file an H-1B visa, please feel free to contact our offices at info@visaserve.com.
The Nachman Phulwani Zimovcak (NPZ) Law Group P.C. is ready to assist you and your staff with your potential H-1B nonimmigrant professional and specialty occupation worker visa petition(s) before the USCIS (legacy INS) and with Consular Processing of H-1B visa cases anywhere in the world.
We can also assist you or your family members with any and all of your immigration law needs in the U.S. , Canada and with regard to outbound transfers to select foreign countries.
If you should have any questions, please feel free to contact our offices at 201-670-0006 (x100) for David Nachman, Esq., (x124) for Michael Phulwani, Esq., and (x105) for Ludka Zimovcak, Esq.
We also have Canadian Lawyers on our staff to assist you with transfers to Canada and we have an affiliated office in Mumbai , India , and an office on 36th Street and 5th Avenue in New York City a corresponding office in the Netherland Antilles.
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