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City of Gainesville, Florida Passes "Fair Chance Hiring" Ordinance
Tags:In December 2022, the city passed a "Ban the Box" law prohibiting employers with 15 or more staff members from asking questions about criminal history during the application process. Read More
USCIS Announces EAD Extension for Haitian TPS Beneficiaries
Tags:Expired EADs may be used by Haitian TPS beneficiaries to complete the Form I-9. Read More
USCIS Announces Immediate Form I-551 Extension Period Increase
Tags:On January 23, 2023, USCIS announced that all Forms I-551 where a Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence (Form I-751 or I-829) are pending are being extended for 48 months from the expiration date printed on the card. Read More
Reports About the Wholesale Demise of Claims Against Employers Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) are Premature
Tags:By Wendy Buckingham and Rod M. Fliegel on January 17, 2023 Read More
Inflation Causes Significant Increase in Immigration-Related Fines
Tags:By Bruce Buchanan on January 17, 2023 Read More