Comment Submitted by Taylor Turner
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Summary: Taylor Turner opposes the proposed rule, arguing that it imposes unreasonable bureaucratic burdens and restrictions on refugees with humanitarian parole status. The commenter highlights that the requirements for E-Verify and annual renewals will negatively impact small businesses and hinder the ability of refugees to contribute to the economy.
Re: DHS Docket No. USCIS-2026-0067
Good day,
I am submitting comments to express concerns about restrictions that the proposed rule “Clarification of Discretionary Employment Authorization for Certain Aliens” would impose to the detriment of impacted refugees who have legitimate humanitarian parole status. These individuals have endured significant hardship and many are able to re-establish their lives in our country, making great contributions in the communities where they serve and helping boost the broader economy.
Requiring individuals in these circumstances to understand and fulfill complicated paperwork obligations for work authorization is unreasonable. Limiting work authorization renewals to those companies that use E-Verify will greatly reduce the pool of eligible employers, with an uneven impact on small businesses. Requiring annual renewal also adds a layer of bureaucratic inefficiency that puts the vulnerable refugee population at risk.
I have personally witnessed the positive impact that refugees have in our country and local communities. Our family has fellowshipped multiple families and individuals from Ukraine who have flourished here, quickly getting jobs, providing valuable services, paying taxes, and making other remarkable contributions. Adding more restrictions so they can work is counterintuitive.
I would ask that DHS withdraw this proposal or significantly adjust the guidelines to streamline procedures so we can continue promoting employment opportunities.
Thank you,
Taylor Turner