• DHS Policy Updates: Shifts in Immigration Enforcement and H-1B/H-2B Visa Programs

  • Feb 19 2025
  • Durée: 3 min
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DHS Policy Updates: Shifts in Immigration Enforcement and H-1B/H-2B Visa Programs

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  • Welcome to our latest episode, where we dive into the latest news and developments from the Department of Homeland Security. This week, the most significant headline comes from a major policy shift. On January 20, 2025, the DHS rescinded the 2021 guidelines for immigration enforcement actions in or near protected areas, such as schools, hospitals, and churches. This change, as stated by Acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary Benjamine Huffman, means that law enforcement officers will no longer adhere to specific protected areas under DHS enforcement policy. Instead, they will use discretion and common sense in their enforcement actions[2][5].

    This policy change has significant implications, particularly for healthcare facilities, which are no longer considered protected areas from ICE enforcement actions, including arrests. Healthcare administrators now face the challenge of navigating their obligations and rights during ICE actions while balancing critical healthcare regulatory issues related to privacy and patient rights[5].

    In other news, the USCIS has announced that the initial registration period for the fiscal year 2026 H-1B cap will open on March 7 and run through March 24, 2025. This is a crucial update for businesses and organizations that rely on H-1B visas for their workforce[1].

    Additionally, the DHS has also made changes to the H-2 visa program, with the H-2B supplemental cap temporary final rule for the first half of fiscal year 2025 reaching its cap for returning workers with start dates on or before March 31, 2025[1].

    On the public health front, the CDC has issued several travel health notices, including outbreaks of clade I mpox in Central and Eastern Africa, Ebola in Uganda, and Oropouche in parts of Brazil and Panama. These notices are crucial for travelers and highlight the importance of staying informed about global health risks[3].

    Looking ahead, it's essential for American citizens, businesses, and state and local governments to understand these changes and their impacts. For instance, the rescission of the protected areas policy could lead to increased enforcement activities in previously protected settings, affecting both patients and healthcare providers.

    As we move forward, it's crucial to stay informed and engaged. The USCIS provides regular updates and resources on their website, and citizens can subscribe to receive these updates directly[1].

    In closing, we encourage our listeners to stay vigilant about these developments and their real-world impacts. For more information, please visit the USCIS and DHS websites. And remember, public input is invaluable in shaping these policies, so we urge you to engage and respond as these changes unfold. Thank you for tuning in, and we'll see you in the next episode.
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