USCIS announced Federal Register fee updates for certain immigration-related forms for FY 2027. The new inflation-adjusted fees take effect Oct. 16, 2026, and requests postmarked on or after that date must include the updated amounts.
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A presidential determination sets the number of refugees the U.S. plans to admit in fiscal year 2027. The decision affects how many people may be processed through the U.S. refugee program during that period.
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A Federal Register correction fixes mistakes in a September 18, 2026 International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) update. The earlier rule unintentionally removed some regulatory text while clarifying denial policies and updating certain country and major non-NATO ally listings.
DHS released a statement disputing multiple claims about an ICE officer-involved shooting in Austin, Texas. The agency says the person involved was in the U.S. illegally and received medical care, and it rejects allegations about ICE’s actions.
A presidential document announces observances for Constitution Day, Citizenship Day, and Constitution Week in 2026. The proclamation is mainly ceremonial and does not change immigration law.
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