Tag: I-9 Legislative Updates

An E-Verify data disposal alert means there are important steps employers should take before January 4, 2026 to stay compliant.

On December 31, 2025, U.S. District Judge Trina Thompson issued a significant nationwide injunction, voiding the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) previous decision to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for approximately 60,000 to 89,000 nationals from Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua. For employers, this means immediate changes to how Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for these employees must be handled during the Form I-9 process. Current Status and Employer Requirements (2026) As of January 1, 2026, the following legal protections are in place:  TPS status and work authorizations for eligible nationals from Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua are fully reinstated. Employers are legally required to honor the Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) of affected TPS holders. Even if a card appears expired on its face, it may be subject to an automatic extension by operation of this court order. Federal officials and employers are barred from taking adverse actions, such as termination or detention based solely on the previously announced (and now voided) termination dates for these specific countries. What This Means for Form I-9 Compliance? Employers should review their active Form I-9 files for employees who previously presented TPS-based EADs from these three countries. Do Not Terminate: If an employee's work authorization was set to expire due to the now-voided DHS termination, they remain authorized to work. Monitor for USCIS Guidance: We expect USCIS to publish a formal Federal Register notice shortly providing specific instructions on "Additional Information" notations for Section 2 of the Form I-9. Note that the government may appeal this decision to the Ninth Circuit. However, the injunction remains in effect nationwide until further notice. Note: For specific EAD auto-extension dates and official documentation to keep with your I-9 records, please refer to the USCIS Temporary Protected Status page.

Haiti’s TPS designation and related benefits will terminate on Feb. 3, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Completing Form I-9 Form I-766, Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) with a category A12 or C19 and an original “Card Expires” date of Feb. 3, 2026; Sept. 2, 2025; Aug. 3, 2025; Aug. 3, 2024; June 30, 2024; Feb. 3, 2023; Dec. 31, 2022; Oct. 4, 2021; Jan. 4, 2021; Jan. 2, 2020; July 22, 2019; Jan. 22, 2018; or July 22, 2017, will expire Feb. 3, 2026. Employers must reverify TPS Haiti beneficiaries who presented these EADs before they start work on Feb. 4, 2026. Recommended Employer Actions Reverify Form I-9: Employers must reverify employment authorization for Haiti TPS holders before the termination date. Use Supplement B and request updated documentation from affected employees. Monitor E-Verify Alerts: Stay alert for notifications regarding expiring or revoked Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). Avoid Discrimination: Ensure compliance with anti-discrimination provisions when requesting documentation. Employers should prepare for potential workforce impacts and communicate clearly with affected employees. For further guidance, consult DHS and USCIS resources or legal counsel.

DHS has terminated TPS designation for South Sudan. Here are next steps employers should take for compliance.

DHS ends 540-day work authorization extension for many EAD holders starting Oct. 30, 2025. See who’s affected.

DHS issued an interim final rule ending automatic extension of EADs for certain applicants who file Form I-765 on or after October 30, 2025.

E-Verify has resumed after a pause during the government shutdown. Learn what steps employers should take now to maintain compliance.

FNU/LNU naming issues are affecting immigrants when it comes to employment eligibility, travel and legal compliance.

Learn how the reopening of the DACA program affects I-9 requirements, work authorization, and employer compliance responsibilities.

DHS proposes wage-based H1-B lottery reform, prioritizing higher-paid applicants. Learn how this may affect employers and applicants.

New H-1B visa reform imposes a $100K petition fee for 2026 lottery. Learn how it affects employers and applicants.

DHS announced the termination of Syria’s Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Learn key dates, employment implications, and guidance.

The “One Big Beautiful Act” (OBBA) introduces sweeping changes to immigration enforcement, significantly impacting I-9 compliance and employer responsibilities.

The E-Verify Status Change Report has been updated to include a new field: “Revoked Document Number," reducing ambiguity.

The Supreme Court has approved Venezuela TPS status termination. Venezuelans living in the U.S. may lose work authorization, potentially affecting employer compliance.

The Social Security Administration has suspended automatic Social Security Number issuance while the policy is under review.

The Secretary of Homeland Security announced the termination of designation of Cameroon for Temporary Protected Status.

The DOJ’s new rules and priorities on white-collar crime makes I-9 compliance more critical than ever for employers.