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The current presidential administration continues to revisit and reshape key immigration initiatives with a particular focus on humanitarian immigration programs as of late. Many individuals and families rely on these programs – such as CHNV Parole, Uniting for Ukraine, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations – which are facing significant and rapid updates, often with very little notice.
Below is an overview of several major humanitarian immigration programs that are relevant for many employers and their international workers. This chart has been, and will continue to be, updated with new developments, court rulings, and administrative decisions. We encourage individuals affected by these programs to consult with legal professionals and check back often for the latest updates.
| Program | Status | Key Updates | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHNV Parole (Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, Venezuelans) | ❌Terminated | Supreme Court allowed termination on May 30, 2025 | Effective through July 14, 2025 |
| Uniting for Ukraine (U4U) (Reparole) | ✅Active | Based on the January 20, 2025 Executive Order, Securing Our Borders, USCIS paused acceptance of Form I-134A pending further review | Existing beneficiaries retain status; future of program uncertain. Policy memo is not publicly available, but outlined in affidavit by acting deputy director of USCIS, Kika Scott. |
| Afghan Parole Programs | ✅Active | No specific changes announced | Beneficiaries should monitor for updates. |
| Military Parole in Place | ✅Active | No changes reported | Continues to provide relief for eligible military families. |
| Temporary Protected Status (TPS) – Venezuela (2023 Designation) | ✅Reinstated | On Sep. 5, 2025, Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals reinstated through October 2, 2026. | DHS expected to seek emergency review of the Ninth Circuit
decision by the U.S. Supreme Court. TPS beneficiaries remain work authorized while litigation is ongoing if they applied to extend TPS on or before February 5, 2025. |
| TPS – Venezuela (2021 Designation) | ❌Terminated | Sep. 8, 2025, DHS announced termination, set to expire Sep. 10, 2025, now effective through November 7, 2025. | 9/10/25, 3/10/24, and 9/9/22 EAD Effective through November 7, 2025 |
| TPS – Haiti | ❌Terminated | Termination announced July 1, 2025, but on July 15, 2025, district court issued final judgment reinstating original February 3, 2026, expiration | Effective through February 3, 2026 |
| TPS – El Salvador | ↔️Extended | Valid through September 9, 2026 | EADs auto-extended through March 9, 2026. |
| TPS – Honduras | ❌Terminated | Termination announced July 8, 2025; 9 Cir grants emergency stay, allowing termination to proceed | Termination effective September 8, 2025. |
| TPS – Ukraine | ✅Active | Valid through October 19, 2026 | EADs auto-extended through April 19, 2026. |
| TPS – Afghanistan | ❌Terminated | Termination announced on March 21, 2025 | Termination effective July 14, 2025 |
| TPS – Cameroon | ❌Terminated | Termination announced; on June 4, 2025 | Termination effective August 4, 2025, |
| TPS – Sudan | ↔️Extended | Extended January 17, 2025, designated through October 19, 2026 | EADs auto-extended through April 19, 2026. |
| TPS – South Sudan | ↔️Extended | Automatically extended for 6 months from May 4, 2025, designated through November 3, 2 | EADs auto-extended through November 3, 2025. |
| TPS – Nicaragua | ❌Terminated | Termination announced on July 8, 2025; 9 Cir grants emergency stay to Trump administration pending appeal allowing termination to proceed | Termination effective September 8, 2025. |
| TPS – Burma (Myanmar) | ✅Active | No changes announced, designated through November 25, 2025 | EAD auto-extended through May 25, 2025 Initial application under redesignation, effective May 26, 2024, must register before Nov 25, 2025 |
| TPS – Ethiopia | ✅Active | No changes announced, designated through December 12, 2025 | EAD auto-extended through Jun 12, 2025, EADs valid through Dec 12, 2025 |
| TPS – Lebanon | ✅Active | No changes announced, designated through May 27, 2026 | Effective through May 27, 2026 Registration through May 27, 2026 |
| TPS – Nepal | ❌Terminated | Termination announced June 6, 2025, Valid through August 20, 2025 9 Cir grants emergency stay to Trump administration allowing termination to proceed | Effective through August 20, 2025 |
| TPS – Somalia | ✅Active | No changes announced, designated through March 17, 2026 | EAD auto-extended September 17, 2025 |
| TPS – Syria | ✅Active | No changes announced, designated through September 30, 2025 | Effective through September 30, 2025 |
| TPS – Yemen | ✅Active | No changes announced, designated through March 3, 2026 | EADs auto-extended through September 3, 2025 |
As immigration policies continue to evolve, it's essential to understand how these changes may impact your specific situation. While we strive to keep this chart current and accurate, each case is unique. For personalized guidance and to explore your options, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with a Klasko immigration attorney directly. Our experienced team is here to help you navigate these updates and protect your future.
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