In this edition, read about the updated guidance for the I-9 process, an announcement on national interest exception extensions, Yemen’s redesignation for TPS, and more. USCIS Announces Updated Receipt Guidance for I-9 Process The I-9 form has been with us for almost 35 years, and USCIS still finds things to tweak. The agency recently announced updated guidance on receipts for the I-9 employment authorization verification process: When employees present a receipt showing that they applied to replace a List A, B, or C document that was lost, stolen, or damaged, they should show their employer the replacement document for which the receipt was given. However, USCIS acknowledged that this is not always possible due to document delays, changes in status, or other factors. If the employee does not present the original document for which the previously provided receipt was issued but presents, within the 90-day period, another acceptable document (or documents) to demonstrate his or her identity and/or employment authorization, employers may now accept such documentation. In cases where an employee presents a document (or documents) other than the actual replacement document, the employer should complete a new Section 2 and attach it to the original Form I-9, USCIS said. […]
