Executive Order Limiting Immigration Temporarily
President Trump signed an
Executive Order
suspending the entry of some individuals into the United States.
Duration:
60 days
Effective
Date
:
April 23, 2020 at
11:59 PM (eastern daylight time)
Termination:
Order may stay in place “as necessary.” The recommendation for continuing the temporary suspension must be provided by the Secretary of Homeland Security (in consultation with DOS and DOL) within 50 days of implementation (4/23).
Additional Measures:
Within 30 days of the Effective Date, DOL and DHS, in consultation with DOS, shall review non-immigrant programs and make recommendations to stimulate the U.S. economy and ensure the prioritization of hiring and employing U.S. workers.
Suspension and Limitation of Entry –
In general, the order suspends the entry of any individual seeking to enter the U.S. as an immigrant (resident).
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Our attorneys will host a webinar to discuss the Executive Order and other immigration matters on April 28th in English and April 29th in Spanish. Stay tuned!
