The past few weeks have brought significant developments in U.S. immigration law that directly impact employers and human resource (HR) professionals. From the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of multiple countries to new enforcement priorities and policy shifts, HR teams must stay informed to ensure compliance and support affected employees. This article summarizes the key changes and offers practical guidance for employers navigating this evolving landscape.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status for nationals of several countries. TPS is a humanitarian designation that allows nationals of designated countries to live and work lawfully in the United States when conditions in their home countries — such as armed conflict, environmental disasters, or other extraordinary circumstances — temporarily prevent safe return.
Recent announcements have terminated or announced termination dates for TPS for nationals of Venezuela, Haiti, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Nepal, and Sudan, among others. The largest number to lose TPS status are Haitian nationals working under Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) in categories A12 and C19. Employees with those categories of work authorization lost their status effective July 27, 2026. Unless they obtained some other basis for work authorization, they can no longer be employed. Some news reports...
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