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U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas Decision on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

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USCIS is complying with the July 16th order from the U.S. District Court in Texas.  Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients with a valid Employment Authorization Document (EAD), including an EAD that has been automatically extended, are still permitted to work. See I-9 Central for more information on Completing Form I-9 for Employees with Extended Work Authorization Under DACA. 

Last Updated Date:
05/30/2025