Federal Agencies, Agency Memos & Announcements
AILA provides a continually updated list of press releases announcing deaths in adult immigration detention.
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AILA Announcements
Join the Family Section for their February 2026 quarterly call.
2/9/26
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AILA Announcements
Get the OnDemand recording of our web seminar, Preparing for the FY2027 H-1B Season: What You Need to Know, for an overview of major changes, weighted lottery rules, fees, and strategies to navigate new challenges in the upcoming cap‑subject filing season.
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Featured Issues
This page provides key information on the FY2027 H‑1B cap-subject filing season. It will be updated with official announcements, policy guidance, and tools to assist practitioners. Check back often for filing dates, regulatory updates, and compliance resources to ensure timely, accurate submissions.
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AILA Announcements
Learn how AILALink is the perfect tool for electronic access to the books and other research resources you need. Sign up for our next group training at 2:00 pm (ET) on Tuesday, February 10.
2/9/26
AILA Doc. No. 15082740.
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Federal Agencies, FR Regulations & Notices
DHS technical amendment on its 6/9/25 final rule on protection of federal property. The amendment revises and clarifies language of the section regarding photography and recording and removes references to rescinded GSA regulations. This change is effective 2/9/26. (91 FR 5665, 2/9/26)
2/9/26
AILA Doc. No. 26020962.
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Immigration News
Aggregated local and national media coverage of major immigration law news stories being discussed throughout the U.S. on February 9, 2026.
2/9/26
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Cases & Decisions, DOJ/EOIR Cases
The BIA held that a respondent’s valid marriage to a U.S. citizen entered into after a removal order does not constitute an exceptional situation warranting sua sponte reopening of removal proceedings. Matter of Yadav, 29 I&N Dec. 438 (BIA 2026)
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AILA Announcements
Join us on Feb. 18th for a roundtable that explores how to safely use AI to serve more immigrants while keeping client and firm data secure.
2/9/26
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Practice Resources
USCIS released a new edition of Form G-1450, dated 2/6/2026. The agency stated that it will continue to accept prior form editions.
2/6/26
AILA Doc. No. 26020603.
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Federal Agencies, Agency Memos & Announcements
EOIR announced the investiture of 6 immigration judges and 27 temporary immigration judges to join courts in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nebraska, New York, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington.
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Practice Resources
AILA’s DOS Liaison Committee provides an overview of travel bans and pauses on visa issuance, along with practice updates, trends, and tips on how to advise clients.
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Federal Agencies, FR Regulations & Notices
EOIR interim final rule and comment request on appellate procedures for the BIA. Notably, the rule will shorten the deadline to appeal from 30 to 10 days and make reviewing cases on the merits discretionary. The IFR is effective 3/9/26. Comments are due 3/9/26. (91 FR 5267, 2/6/26)
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Cases & Decisions, Federal Court Cases
The court held that the petitioner failed to establish that harm by Salvadoran police based on his alleged membership in a particular social group (PSG)—namely, those with “imputed gang membership”—was on account of a protected ground. (Bonilla-Espinoza v. Bondi, 1/27/26)
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Cases & Decisions, Federal Court Cases
The court held that the petitioner’s conviction for robbery in North Dakota categorically qualified as an attempted theft aggravated felony under INA §101(a)(43)(G), (U), rendering him statutorily ineligible for cancellation of removal. (Banyee v. Bondi, 1/29/26)
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Immigration News
Aggregated local and national media coverage of major immigration law news stories being discussed throughout the U.S. on February 6, 2026.
2/6/26
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AILA Blog
AILA Past President Kathleen Campbell Walker details how Texas Governor Greg Abbott's decision to pause use of the H-1B visa by state agencies and public institutions of higher education ignores visa-holders' importance to the state's healthcare workforce and university system.
2/6/26
AILA Doc. No. 26020662.
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Professional Resources
This article invites you to reflect on how America’s turbulent history of immigration reveals that hope and progress are always within reach, even in the darkest times.
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AILA's CBP Committee coordinates with local CBP liaisons to monitor issues and trends with respect to admissions policy and procedures at U.S. ports of entry, including southern and northern border.
2/5/26
AILA Doc. No. 16072891.
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Examples & Questions
Use this form to report information on immigration judges, such as if they have been fired or otherwise removed. Information submitted will be made available to AILA members on AILA’s Immigration Judge Tracker.
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Practice Resources
AILA’s Immigration Judge Tracker gathers information on current immigration judges and immigration judge removals in one location.
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Cases & Decisions
The District Court for the Northern District of Florida signed a consent decree in Florida’s lawsuit challenging the Biden Administration’s Parole with Conditions policy. It set aside the policy, declared it unlawful, and restricts DHS’s parole authority for 15 years. (Florida v. Mayorkas, 4/2/26)
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Find resources from AILA and others organized by state and several additional jurisdictions, including chapters, CLE information, ethics guides, federal court information, local liaison information, job order placement instructions, members of Congress, American Immigration Council reports, etc.
2/5/26
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Professional Resources
In a world where results don’t always reflect your true competence, learn how to overcome feelings of inadequacy and reclaim your focus.
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Cases & Decisions, DOJ/EOIR Cases
The BIA held that the relevance and reliability of an expert witness’ opinions are significantly undercut when those opinions are informed by anecdotal or inaccurate facts or data, and vacated the IJ’s grant of deferral of removal under the CAT. Matter of G–M–I–, 29 I&N Dec. 431 (BIA 2026)
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Practice Resources
AILA's H-1B Cap-Subject Taskforce shares a few practice pointers on the new weighted selection process for the H-1B cap-subject season. Important to note that while the Final Rule provided some information, some details remain unresolved. Updates will be provided as information becomes available.
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Practice Resources
The Verification and Documentation Committees provides a comprehensive chart on current status, key updates, and EAD notes for TPS and parole programs.
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Practice Resources
AILA’s DOS Liaison Committee provides an overview of new rules restricting the issuance of Schengen visas to Russian nationals residing in the Russian Federation.
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Congressional Updates
Leader Jeffries and Leader Schumer send letter to Speaker Johnson and Leader Thune with a list of 10 reforms Congress should enact to increase accountability and protect Americans following more dangerous and violent enforcement actions across the country.
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Immigration News
Aggregated local and national media coverage of major immigration law news stories being discussed throughout the U.S. on February 5, 2026.
2/5/26
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Featured Issues
In recent months, ICE and Border Patrol have employed increasingly violent, unlawful, and unconstitutional tactics during enforcement operations. This page will collect resources, updates, and opportunities to demand Congress exercise leadership by enacting reform before passing any funding for DHS.
2/5/26
AILA Doc. No. 26020531.
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Congressional Updates, Correspondence
AILA urges Congress to say NO to funding DHS until measures are implemented to check unlawful DHS policies that are leading to chaos, violence and death in American communities. AILA and coalition partners sent the following 10 demands for Congress to enact before it passes any funding for DHS.
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Practice Resources
AILA National shares information on how federal agencies may be affected as a result of the potential partial government shutdown. This page will continue to be updated as more information is received.
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Practice Resources
On February 2, 2026, a U.S. District Court Judge issued a decision indefinitely postponing the Administration’s termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti. Please see this practice alert for information on impact to employees and employers of TPS Haiti beneficiaries.
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Tutorial Videos
In this 10-minute video, AILA member Jennifer Howard guides you through breathing and mindfulness exercises that can help with feelings of grief and loss.
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AILA Blog
AILA member Stef Fisher-Pinkert compares the requirements of Lozada to those of the Model Rule of Professional Conduct, describing how the additional burden of Lozada is unnecessary, that clearly "our professional and ethical obligations are enough."
2/4/26
AILA Doc. No. 26020461.
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Immigration News
Aggregated local and national media coverage of major immigration law news stories being discussed throughout the U.S. on February 4, 2026.
2/4/26
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AILA Announcements
Join us on Feb. 26th for the 2026 AILA EB-5 Conference! This virtual conference for all levels will focus on the major issues surrounding EB-5 cases leading up to the September 30, 2026, deadline and what to expect of the Regional Center program after the close of the fiscal year 2026.
2/4/26
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AILA Announcements
Join us for the 2026 AILA Spring CLE Conference and Webcast to get an insider’s view of what is happening at the government agencies. Agency officials and AILA liaison committee members will discuss the latest regulatory and policy initiatives affecting your practice and clients.
2/4/26
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AILA Announcements
Join us on Feb. 19th for a seminar on new federal immigration policies are reshaping asylum practice. EOIR now allows judges to pretermit asylum applications they find legally insufficient, often without a hearing.
2/4/26
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AILA sent a letter to CBP regarding the agency’s proposed changes to Form I-94 and the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA), urging CBP to reconsider additional data collection.
2/3/26
AILA Doc. No. 26020333.
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Federal Court Cases
On 2/2/26, U.S. District Judge Ana C. Reyes issued an order staying the effective date of DHS Secretary Noem’s termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haiti, pending judicial review. The termination had been set to take effect 2/3/26. (Lesly Miot v. Trump, 2/2/26)
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Federal Agencies, FR Regulations & Notices
DOL notice and request for comments on the revision of the CW-1 Application for Temporary Employment Certification and related forms. Comments are due 4/6/26. (91 FR 4952, 2/3/26)
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Immigration News
Aggregated local and national media coverage of major immigration law news stories being discussed throughout the U.S. on February 3, 2026.
2/3/26
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Professional Resources
Is email ruling your life? This article has tips to help.
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Federal Agencies, Agency Memos & Announcements
Effective 1/1/26, DOS fully or partially suspended visa issuance to nationals of 39 countries and individuals with Palestinian travel documents, in line with Presidential Proclamation 10998. This updated announcement includes information on exceptions for children being adopted by U.S. citizens.
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Federal Agencies, Agency Memos & Announcements
On 1/14/26, DOS announced a pause on immigration visa processing for applicants from 75 countries effective 1/21/26. This updated announcement includes information regarding exceptions for children being adopted by U.S. citizens.
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Practice Resources
AILA's DOL Committee provides pointers on accessing the supplemental H-2B visas, including the three different types of visa allocation based on start date and how to help clients prepare clear written narratives on "irreparable harm."
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Immigration News
Aggregated local and national media coverage of major immigration law news stories being discussed throughout the U.S. on February 2, 2026.
2/2/26
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Federal Agencies, Agency Memos & Announcements
CBP announced a temporary pedestrian facility at the Calexico West Port of Entry, scheduled to open 2/10/26. All pedestrians entering and exiting to and from Mexicali, Mexico, will be required to use the temporary facility until the new permanent structure is completed, tentatively in 2029.
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