Clarification of Discretionary Employment Authorization for Certain Aliens
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- Title
- Clarification of Discretionary Employment Authorization for Certain Aliens
- Posted
- Jun 5, 2026
- Comment period
- Jun 4, 2026 – Aug 5, 2026
- FR Doc
- 2026-11285
- CFR
- 8 CFR Parts 106, 241, and 274a
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| Organization | Economic impact of work authorization | Employment authorization for humanitarian parolees | Protect lawful employment authorization | Economic self-sufficiency for refugees | Employment restrictions for arrest records |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
East Bay Sanctuary Covenant AdvocacyOppose East Bay Sanctuary Covenant, an advocacy organization serving low-income immigrants, opposes the proposed rule because i | · | · | · | · | |
The National Immigration Forum AdvocacyOppose The National Immigration Forum opposes the proposed rule, arguing that it imposes significant new work restrictions, exp | · | · |
27 organization-typed comments could not be identified.
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- Jul 27, 2026Comment Submitted by Taya SSupportIndividual
An individual who currently works with children supports the proposed action, arguing that timely work permits for parolees promote financial self-sufficiency and economic contribution. The commenter notes that such authorization would allow them to open a children's development school and create local jobs.
Read comment → - Jul 27, 2026Comment Submitted by Yrylo SSupportIndividual
An individual is requesting timely work authorization, arguing that it is necessary to provide financial stability for their family, cover medical costs for their wife, and allow them to contribute to the economy.
Read comment → - Jul 27, 2026Comment Submitted by Cheryl DaltonOpposeIndividual
A retired nurse and Navy veteran opposes the restriction of work authorization for humanitarian parolees under category (c)(11). The commenter argues that work permits are essential for Ukrainian families to support themselves and contribute to the community.
Read comment → - Jul 27, 2026Comment Submitted by Yevhenia SSupportIndividual
An individual supports the proposed action, arguing that timely work authorization allows parolees to achieve financial self-sufficiency and contribute to the economy. The commenter notes that such authorization would enable them to open a children's development school and create local jobs.
Read comment → - Jul 27, 2026Comment Submitted by Taylor TurnerOpposeIndividual
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.
Read comment → - Jul 26, 2026Comment Submitted by Samantha HerbstOpposeIndividual
An individual resident of an immigrant community opposes the proposed rule, arguing it creates unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles for individuals with humanitarian parole and places undue burdens on small businesses. The commenter emphasizes that the rule would harm the local economy and prevent newcomers from supporting themselves and their families.
Read comment → - Jul 26, 2026Comment Submitted by Irina HamrickOpposeIndividual
A U.S. citizen opposes the proposed immigration regulations, arguing that they will endanger refugees by forcing them to return to unsafe home countries. The commenter also contends that these rules will negatively impact the U.S. economy by hindering the ability of immigrants to contribute as productive members of society.
Read comment → - Jul 26, 2026Comment Submitted by Stacy McCoyOpposeIndividual
The commenter, an individual, opposes making it more difficult for lawfully present individuals to obtain or maintain employment authorization. They argue that work authorization is essential for self-sufficiency, community contribution, and economic stability for both families and employers.
Read comment → - Jul 26, 2026Comment Submitted by Lisa LouckSupportIndividual
An individual who sponsored Ukrainian refugees argues that providing work permits is essential for their self-sufficiency and integration into the community. The commenter urges the agency not to deny work permits to these individuals.
Read comment → - Jul 25, 2026Comment Submitted by Dave HeiarOpposeIndividualRead comment →
