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04-26 11:30 AM
The Dallas suburb of Farmers Branch has been in the news for a couple of years now because of its efforts to run undocumented immigrants out of the city. The city leaders have attempted to do this by passing ordinances making it illegal to rent apartments or houses to such immigrants.
Unfortunately for the city, these ordinances keep getting shot down in court as unconstitutional, and the city has been forced to pay the legal fees of the plaintiffs who sue the city over the ordinances. After the latest adverse ruling, the Farmers Branch City Council voted this month to appeal the federal court judgment.
The rationale for the appeal is that this time the decision will be made by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, which is notoriously conservative. The city believes this court will be more likely to ignore or overturn other court opinions and decide that the ordinance is indeed constitutional.
The city's outside counsel has estimated the legal fees for an appeal could range from $100,000 to $150,000. Thus far, Farmers Branch has spent about $3.2 million trying to get illegal immigrants out of town, and has set aside another $620,000 for the remainder of 2010. By some estimates, the total legal costs could be more than $5 million by the end of this year. That's a lot of money for a city with a population of about 30,000.
For several years I lived in Carrollton, the suburb immediately north of Farmers Branch. I worked in Dallas, immediately south of Farmers Branch. So I passed through Farmers Branch at least twice each day, and actually was in the city far more than that. It's a nice town, with nice people. I hate to see all the negative publicity they are getting, although I do strongly disagree with their attempts to drive immigrants from Farmers Branch.
I know Farmers Branch has much more pressing needs for the money they are spending on these federal court appeals. Road maintenance, libraries, activities for senior citizens, and many other city projects are left wanting. That's a sad situation, and unfair to the residents of Farmers Branch.
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Unfortunately for the city, these ordinances keep getting shot down in court as unconstitutional, and the city has been forced to pay the legal fees of the plaintiffs who sue the city over the ordinances. After the latest adverse ruling, the Farmers Branch City Council voted this month to appeal the federal court judgment.
The rationale for the appeal is that this time the decision will be made by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, which is notoriously conservative. The city believes this court will be more likely to ignore or overturn other court opinions and decide that the ordinance is indeed constitutional.
The city's outside counsel has estimated the legal fees for an appeal could range from $100,000 to $150,000. Thus far, Farmers Branch has spent about $3.2 million trying to get illegal immigrants out of town, and has set aside another $620,000 for the remainder of 2010. By some estimates, the total legal costs could be more than $5 million by the end of this year. That's a lot of money for a city with a population of about 30,000.
For several years I lived in Carrollton, the suburb immediately north of Farmers Branch. I worked in Dallas, immediately south of Farmers Branch. So I passed through Farmers Branch at least twice each day, and actually was in the city far more than that. It's a nice town, with nice people. I hate to see all the negative publicity they are getting, although I do strongly disagree with their attempts to drive immigrants from Farmers Branch.
I know Farmers Branch has much more pressing needs for the money they are spending on these federal court appeals. Road maintenance, libraries, activities for senior citizens, and many other city projects are left wanting. That's a sad situation, and unfair to the residents of Farmers Branch.
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balakishore
02-08 12:44 PM
I think any non-H1 (including H4) stay wont count. You will have full 6 yrs on H1 visa.
This is wrong. If you go out of USA and come back after a gap of 1 year, then only u will get full 6 years. Other wise whatever your status is ( as L1, B1 etc ) that will count into H1 period
This is wrong. If you go out of USA and come back after a gap of 1 year, then only u will get full 6 years. Other wise whatever your status is ( as L1, B1 etc ) that will count into H1 period
Sachin_Stock
12-17 04:14 AM
I too, am in process of changing my address, however in this transition period I have put a hold in USPS mail. This way, I got all my travel docs from local post office safely. A colleague of mine had same exact situation like you, and he had to re-file it again.
Once the travel docs are lost, USCIS will not re-send them to you. They shall ask you to refile it completely.
Once the travel docs are lost, USCIS will not re-send them to you. They shall ask you to refile it completely.
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Nil
03-25 09:31 AM
Dude,
AC360 is Andersen Cooper 360
Thanks buddy. i was referring to other programs that have been discussing the same. The point is: The issue is gaining visibility.
AC360 is Andersen Cooper 360
Thanks buddy. i was referring to other programs that have been discussing the same. The point is: The issue is gaining visibility.
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guyfromsg
09-21 07:39 PM
Hello Georgia members. Thanks for everyone who is joining the rally. I've created a googlegroup for the GA member. Please join this group.
http://groups.google.com/group/goivgaiv
Thanks to everyone who attended the rally. Please join the google group for Georgia. We can plan local activities, meetings etc and grow this chapter. There are so many legal immigrants living in GA but our strength was not reflected in the rally.
http://groups.google.com/group/goivgaiv
Thanks to everyone who attended the rally. Please join the google group for Georgia. We can plan local activities, meetings etc and grow this chapter. There are so many legal immigrants living in GA but our strength was not reflected in the rally.
karthkc
03-17 05:02 PM
i have read some place in this forum that as long as you maintain your full time primary job you are entitled to use your ead for other smaller assignments without losing your H1 status. But then again I am not a lawyer just sharing what I have read.
AFAIK, Using EAD either for a FT or PT job should invalidate other non-immigrant work authorization documents like H1B since EAD is a derivative benefit of filing for immigrant status and you cannot mix and match your status...
If this is not true and there is a discussion on this forum clarifying that, I would like to know too...
Anyone?
Thanks!
AFAIK, Using EAD either for a FT or PT job should invalidate other non-immigrant work authorization documents like H1B since EAD is a derivative benefit of filing for immigrant status and you cannot mix and match your status...
If this is not true and there is a discussion on this forum clarifying that, I would like to know too...
Anyone?
Thanks!
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desi3933
06-18 03:38 PM
Hi,
Suppose the 485 is filed for a position (salary 70K). When using AC21, does the salary in the new company matters? Suppose if its 110K?
Also, does the title matter? Do we need to get the exact job title in the new company?
It may be one the criteria to check if the new job is same or similar.
Please check and verify details with your attorney/lawyer. This is NOT a legal advice.
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Permanent Resident since May 2002
Suppose the 485 is filed for a position (salary 70K). When using AC21, does the salary in the new company matters? Suppose if its 110K?
Also, does the title matter? Do we need to get the exact job title in the new company?
It may be one the criteria to check if the new job is same or similar.
Please check and verify details with your attorney/lawyer. This is NOT a legal advice.
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Permanent Resident since May 2002
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bhatt
04-02 02:21 PM
I did it online on 3/21/09 and got approved for me and my wife on 3/31/09. 10 days total turn around! I was amazed to see USCIS's efficiency on cases filed online. I heard the opposite that if you file online it was taking long time. Mine was at NSC
For TSC paper filing is faster than eletronic filing;).
For TSC paper filing is faster than eletronic filing;).
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vishwak
11-23 10:51 AM
Hi,
My employer has initiated my H1 B visa for our client which is a telecom giant. I was denied H1B with the reason that I am a Mechanical Engineer. The document says that as a mechanical engineer I need 6yrs exp. I already have more than 4yrs exp in IT. The thing which wonders me is that, 2 of my engineering classmates got their H1 approved. Is there any clause which says about this. Please help me.
Thanks,
-Anoop
Get Education Evalutaion done as per job requirement.
You need someone who can write nice Theory on your Experience and Education & showing you are qualified for it. You will get H1B. All the best.
Keep updating thread.
My employer has initiated my H1 B visa for our client which is a telecom giant. I was denied H1B with the reason that I am a Mechanical Engineer. The document says that as a mechanical engineer I need 6yrs exp. I already have more than 4yrs exp in IT. The thing which wonders me is that, 2 of my engineering classmates got their H1 approved. Is there any clause which says about this. Please help me.
Thanks,
-Anoop
Get Education Evalutaion done as per job requirement.
You need someone who can write nice Theory on your Experience and Education & showing you are qualified for it. You will get H1B. All the best.
Keep updating thread.
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vegaspd
06-01 06:03 PM
I received a notice from uscis
"USCIS will use the priority date that must benefits the applicant, your request has been sent to your file"
Anybody has any idea what this means.
Thank you all
Vegaspd
"USCIS will use the priority date that must benefits the applicant, your request has been sent to your file"
Anybody has any idea what this means.
Thank you all
Vegaspd
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kevnss
04-01 12:16 PM
I have posted this message in other threads couple of times but no reply so trying to create a new thread so it can be reviewed. Sorry.
I have one question though which I have already posted but didn't see any response. It would be nice if someone can clarify my doubt..
I have one question with regards to changing employer. My I-140 was approved long ago (in 2005) under EB3 and was filed for AOS during July 2007. But now we re-filed labor under EB2 got approved and refiled I-140 under EB2 category. I-140 under EB2 has been filed recently so I am assuming it will take months to get it approved. Now I am thinking of switching to new employer so what are my chances to move to new employer. Sorry am not sure if this message is already posted or not.
I have one question though which I have already posted but didn't see any response. It would be nice if someone can clarify my doubt..
I have one question with regards to changing employer. My I-140 was approved long ago (in 2005) under EB3 and was filed for AOS during July 2007. But now we re-filed labor under EB2 got approved and refiled I-140 under EB2 category. I-140 under EB2 has been filed recently so I am assuming it will take months to get it approved. Now I am thinking of switching to new employer so what are my chances to move to new employer. Sorry am not sure if this message is already posted or not.
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ivgclive
04-02 10:26 AM
I and my wife are on EAD here and my wife had to go to India urgently on an Advance Parole that was expired last month. Can I apply for the AP renewal for her while she is in India, so that she can come back without any problems? Please let me know what options do I have. I am hoping that she would not be out of status or staying illegally here. Any answers would be very much appreciated. Thanks all.
Please tell me what options I have with me now.
There is an opiton you can apply for a "re-entry" permit for a person outside US. But it is a very difficult route, go thru an attorney, who can help you in the right way.
Please tell me what options I have with me now.
There is an opiton you can apply for a "re-entry" permit for a person outside US. But it is a very difficult route, go thru an attorney, who can help you in the right way.
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interfile
08-26 05:51 PM
Can somebody post the procedure and/or the sample/format of a letter to USCIS requesting to interfile?
Has anybody successfully gone through the procedure for interfiling I-485 from EB to FB?
Has anybody successfully gone through the procedure for interfiling I-485 from EB to FB?
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Counterproductive
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I don't know anything about that
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supers789
09-15 03:04 PM
In that case may be for CP 22 Feb 2002 will be considered as cut off date & for AOS USCIS bulletin date will be considered. --
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Rayner
11-23 06:59 AM
A thousand a year is a trickle. My friend has moved to California on an EB5, and found it very easy. For the average Brit with property in the UK the 500,000 Dollar investment is not too onerous. In fact it's probably the easiest way in.
See my friends experince at EB5i (http://www.eb5i.com)
Rayner
See my friends experince at EB5i (http://www.eb5i.com)
Rayner
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carbon
03-12 06:25 PM
Today I found my frustration transform into creativity.. so I've created this program (instead of doing some actual wrork) for you to enjoy!
Life of an American
========================================
live(){
while(1){
work();
money = earn();
enjoy(money - taxes + government_benefits);
}
}
Life of H1B Worker:
========================================
live(){
visa = getVisa();
while(1){
if(visa == valid){
work();
money = earn();
money = money - send_some_home - save_some - taxes
- visa_expenses - travel_expenses; /// - immigration_voice_contributions; :)
if(money > 0){
if(PD == CURRENT && talented_spouse_not_on_H4){
enjoy(money);
}
else{
spend(money);
suffer();
}
}
}
if(you_want_to_travel){
stamping();
}
if(isVisaGoingToExpire()){
if(renew(visa) == failed)
goto the_end;
}
if(laid_off)
goto the_end;
}
the_end:
pack_your_bags();
go_home();
}
sub enjoy(){
buy_a_house(money);
buy_a_new_car(money);
go_on_a_vacation();
jump_jobs_like_a_kangaroo_or_start_your_own_compan y();
get_promotions();
}
sub suffer(){
no_raise();
no_hope_for_promotion();
let_them_exploit_you();
cant_do_long_term_planning();
watch_others_progress();
predict_visa_bulletines();
check_visa_bulletines();
check_immigration_voice_dot_com_every_day();
blame_everybody_except_yourself();
}
sub renew(){
if(visa.age > 6){
if(aproved_I140){
visa_expiration_date += three_years;
}
else if(approved_labor){
visa_expiration_date += one_year;
}
else
return failed;
}
return passed;
}
sub stamping(){
go_home();
wait_in_line(hours);
talk_to_snobs_at_the_embassy();
show_same_documents_thousands_of_times();
return;
}
Life of an American
========================================
live(){
while(1){
work();
money = earn();
enjoy(money - taxes + government_benefits);
}
}
Life of H1B Worker:
========================================
live(){
visa = getVisa();
while(1){
if(visa == valid){
work();
money = earn();
money = money - send_some_home - save_some - taxes
- visa_expenses - travel_expenses; /// - immigration_voice_contributions; :)
if(money > 0){
if(PD == CURRENT && talented_spouse_not_on_H4){
enjoy(money);
}
else{
spend(money);
suffer();
}
}
}
if(you_want_to_travel){
stamping();
}
if(isVisaGoingToExpire()){
if(renew(visa) == failed)
goto the_end;
}
if(laid_off)
goto the_end;
}
the_end:
pack_your_bags();
go_home();
}
sub enjoy(){
buy_a_house(money);
buy_a_new_car(money);
go_on_a_vacation();
jump_jobs_like_a_kangaroo_or_start_your_own_compan y();
get_promotions();
}
sub suffer(){
no_raise();
no_hope_for_promotion();
let_them_exploit_you();
cant_do_long_term_planning();
watch_others_progress();
predict_visa_bulletines();
check_visa_bulletines();
check_immigration_voice_dot_com_every_day();
blame_everybody_except_yourself();
}
sub renew(){
if(visa.age > 6){
if(aproved_I140){
visa_expiration_date += three_years;
}
else if(approved_labor){
visa_expiration_date += one_year;
}
else
return failed;
}
return passed;
}
sub stamping(){
go_home();
wait_in_line(hours);
talk_to_snobs_at_the_embassy();
show_same_documents_thousands_of_times();
return;
}
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vxb2004
12-25 10:11 PM
Hi
I planning to use AC 21 from Next week, I plan to call my parents in July 2008, What should I mention as my Immigration Status in Invitation letter.
As I will not be on H1B and neither I have Green Card ?
Mention you are in I-485 adjustment status. Thats the truth...good luck.
I planning to use AC 21 from Next week, I plan to call my parents in July 2008, What should I mention as my Immigration Status in Invitation letter.
As I will not be on H1B and neither I have Green Card ?
Mention you are in I-485 adjustment status. Thats the truth...good luck.
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pointlesswait
12-10 10:37 AM
you should be asking those questions to an attorney.. not amateurs like us..;-)
> If u have a court document showing that you changed ur citizenship..that could help you.(but i am sure u don't have one)
> and since u have stated ur place of birth is India on ur passport .. i think u are pretty much screwed.
> consequences are not very difficult to figure out... both the Indian and US govt can come after you tiny brown a@s for fraud..(to put it mildly)..;-)
> If u have a court document showing that you changed ur citizenship..that could help you.(but i am sure u don't have one)
> and since u have stated ur place of birth is India on ur passport .. i think u are pretty much screwed.
> consequences are not very difficult to figure out... both the Indian and US govt can come after you tiny brown a@s for fraud..(to put it mildly)..;-)
kannan
11-17 04:51 PM
My I 94 was valid only till Feb 20 . I am worried now will it be a problem ?
permfiling
07-28 03:59 PM
Hi folks,
I have a appointment at calgary, canada for my H1 extension visa stamping. Any one has experience in Calgary.
My spouse entered the US on H4, she has a MBBS degree from india and she got H1 sponsored by a reputed university to do research.
I read on the posts that first time H4 to H1 stamping might pose a issue in canada if a person does not have degrees from US or Canada.
Please let me know.
Thanks
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I have a appointment at calgary, canada for my H1 extension visa stamping. Any one has experience in Calgary.
My spouse entered the US on H4, she has a MBBS degree from india and she got H1 sponsored by a reputed university to do research.
I read on the posts that first time H4 to H1 stamping might pose a issue in canada if a person does not have degrees from US or Canada.
Please let me know.
Thanks
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