Federal Court Backs DHS in TPS Rollback for Honduras, Nicaragua, and Nepal
The US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has ruled in favor of DHS, affirming its authority to terminate Temporary Protected Status for nationals of Honduras, Nicaragua, and Nepal, while a district court stay temporarily delays implementation until November 18, 2025. Read more on Envoy Global.
Foreign Labor Wage Updates Announced by Department of Labor
The Department of Labor has released new wage data and program updates affecting H-2A, CW-1, and PERM filings for the wage year from July 2025 through June 2026. These changes are intended to align prevailing wage determinations with current labor market data and clarify recruitment obligations for professional roles. Read more on Envoy Global.
DOL Introduces OFLC Communication Reforms and Temporary Fee Suspension
The Department of Labor has announced process changes at the Office of Foreign Labor Certification, including the end of fax services, updates to email and mailing procedures, and a temporary suspension of H-2A fees during a digital transition. Read more on Envoy Global.
OFLC Releases New Public Data on Foreign Labor Certifications
As part of its commitment to transparency and regulatory accountability, the Department of Labor’s OFLC has released several data-driven updates that provide visibility into foreign labor certification activity and processing procedures. Read more on Envoy Global.
DOL Proposes H-2A Rule Changes and Highlights H-2B Filing Deadlines
The Department of Labor’s Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) has introduced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that would rescind provisions from the April 2024 final rule titled Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment. Read more on Envoy Global.
