USCIS Policy Change May Affect Children’s Green Card Eligibility
USCIS Policy Change May Affect Children’s Green Card Eligibility USCIS has announced a policy change that may affect whether certain children can remain eligible for a green card as part of their parent’s application. This change involves the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) — the law that can help protect children from “aging out” when […]
Green Card Delays: How Visa Number Shortages Impact Cases
Green Card Delays: How Visa Number Shortages Impact Cases As we approach the end of the U.S. government’s fiscal year on September 30, green card processing may begin to slow — even for applicants who’ve already filed or been scheduled for interviews. What many applicants don’t realize is that a green card can’t be issued […]
Interview Waiver Policy Update: What Nonimmigrant Visa Applicants Need to Know
Interview Waiver Policy Update: What Nonimmigrant Visa Applicants Need to Know The U.S. Department of State has announced a significant change to its interview waiver policy, effective September 2, 2025. This update narrows the eligibility for nonimmigrant visa applicants to renew their visas at a U.S. consulate abroad without an in-person interview. At Heckler Law […]
Proposed Rule Would Shift H-1B Lottery to Wage-Based Selection
Proposed Rule Would Shift H-1B Lottery to Wage-Based Selection The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has submitted a proposed rule that could fundamentally reshape the H-1B cap selection process. If finalized, the long-standing random lottery would be replaced by a wage-based selection system, starting as early as the FY 2026 cap season. What Would Change? […]
PERM: Planning for the Long Game
PERM: Planning for the Long Game For employers sponsoring foreign talent, the PERM labor certification process is the foundation of the green card journey. In today’s environment, that process requires foresight, detailed planning, and a long-term view. At Heckler Law Group, we guide employers through PERM with a proactive, compliance-driven approach designed to reduce risk […]
Immigration Reform Is Now Law — Here’s What You Need to Know
Immigration Reform Is Now Law — Here’s What You Need to Know The immigration and border security bill known as the “Big Beautiful Bill” has officially been signed into law, marking the most significant overhaul to the U.S. immigration system in years. Some provisions take effect immediately. Others will be implemented over the next 60 […]