Immigration Status
Explainers on U.S. immigration statuses — lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, refugee, parolee, TPS holder, DACA recipient, and undocumented. Rights, limitations, and pathways for each.
New York’s Green Light Law and Dalilah Law Guide Immigrants to Driver’s Licenses in 2026
New York continues issuing immigrant driver's licenses in 2026, though federal rules now impose fees for domestic air travel and target commercial CDL rights.
California Freezes Medi-Cal Enrollment for Immigrants with Satisfactory Status
California has frozen new full-scope Medi-Cal for many adult immigrants in 2026. Children and pregnant people remain covered,…
Texas Tightens Commercial License Rules, Adding Verification Systems and Dalilah Law
Texas 2026 driver's license rules tighten for immigrants with expanded federal verification, longer wait times, and new commercial…
Florida, No State Income Tax, Social Security Benefits Attract Immigrant Retirees
Florida has no state income tax for 2026, but federal IRS rules and foreign account reporting (FBAR) still…
No State Income Tax on Retirement Income Matters for Immigrants and Visa Holders
Compare state taxes on Social Security, IRAs, and pensions for 2026. Learn which states offer the best exemptions…
U.S. Resumes Some Asylum Claims After Shootings Involving Border Guards
Trump administration resumes asylum processing for lower-risk countries as of March 30, 2026, amid security concerns and a…
Bill C‑12 Receives Royal Assent, Tightening Canada’s Asylum Rules
Canada enacts Bill C-12, tightening asylum eligibility with retroactive rules and granting Cabinet new powers to suspend groups…
Federal Suit Seeks Return of Sacramento DACA Recipient Estrada Juarez
Maria Estrada Juarez filed a federal suit seeking return to the U.S. after being deported during a USCIS…
Court Stays Pause TPS Terminations, Prompt I-9, E-Verify Updates Through March 2026
Federal courts pause TPS terminations for six countries, extending work permits into 2026. Employers must use updated USCIS…
Asylum Denial After Immigration Judge Ruling Keeps Appeal Window Open
Attorneys for 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos appeal an asylum denial, highlighting the 30-day window to stay removal and…