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U.S. immigration policy tracker covering executive actions, congressional legislation, state-level laws, and federal agency updates from USCIS, ICE, CBP, and the Department of State.
H-1B Bridge Route Faces Scrutiny as Rfes and Noids Surge for Laid-Off Workers
USCIS intensifies review of H-1B bridge filings, using RFEs and NOIDs to challenge the visitor status of laid-off tech workers seeking new employment in 2026.
U.S. Corporations Face Form 1120 Filing Rules in 2026, with Estimated Taxes and Quick Refund Claims
A guide to 2026 U.S. corporate tax rules, covering Form 1120 deadlines, mandatory e-filing for 10+ returns, and…
Section 351 Lets Founders Defer Tax When They Control the Corporation Immediately
Section 351 allows tax-deferred transfers of property to a corporation only when transferors meet the 80% control test.…
Transportation Security Administration Reopens All Checkpoints at Philadelphia Airport
Philadelphia International Airport fully reopened its security checkpoints after weeks of shutdown-related disruptions. Terminal F’s return completed the...
FAA Proposes $304,272 Civil Penalty Against Southwest Airlines
The FAA proposed a $304,272 fine against Southwest Airlines for failing to conduct mandatory drug follow-up tests for…
US Adds New Selfie Checks to Visa Waiver Program for ESTA Travelers
New U.S. travel rules require ESTA applicants from 41 countries to submit a passport-style selfie. This adds a…
Treasury Inspector General Warns IRS Struggles as White House Seeks Inflation Reduction Act Funding
Senators warn that cutting 40% of IRS staff will increase the federal deficit by $60B and reduce revenue…
Homeland Security Warns San Francisco International Airport as Sanctuary Policies Persist
DHS Secretary Mullin warns that sanctuary city airports like SFO may lose CBP staffing due to non-cooperation and…
IRS Warns Thousands: File Form 4868 by June 16, 2026, to Dodge Failure-To-File Penalties
Missed the April 15 tax deadline? File immediately to stop the 5% monthly penalty. Payment plans and partial…
U.S. Imposes 50% Tariffs on UK Metals, Jeopardizing Economic Prosperity Deal
Trump doubles steel, aluminum, and copper tariffs to 50%, exempting the UK while adding $50B in supply chain…