A DHS rule could end the H-1B grace period entirely, leaving laid-off visa holders no cushion before they must leave the country.
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Housing aid, food stamps and college aid used since September 18 now count in green card reviews. States and cities have sued.
Connell Foley reports RFE deadlines cut from 87 days to 33, and cases pending on August 5, 2026, are covered too.
A $25 USD waiver request holds no place in line, and DHS expects filers with lawyers generally won’t qualify. What has to happen first.