Comment Submitted by Anonymous

I came to the United States through the Uniting for Ukraine program more than three years ago after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. My entire family still lives in my hometown, which has been under Russian occupation since 2022. My husband and I lived in a neighboring city that was, and still is, located near the front line and continues to come under shelling. Like millions of Ukrainians, before leaving we endured frequent air raid alerts, missile attacks, prolonged power outages, and disruptions to essential utilities before we were forced to flee in search of safety. Since relocating to the United States, I have built my life here, worked legally, paid taxes, and supported myself. Losing my work authorization would mean losing my income, my health insurance, and the ability to pay my bills. One of the hardest consequences would be losing access to the health insurance that allows me to continue fertility treatment. I have been fighting infertility for more than six years. My treatment began in Ukraine and I have continued it in the United States. Losing my job and insurance would likely force me to stop treatment after years of emotional, physical, and financial investment. There are also broader consequences beyond my own situation. I serve as the director of a Ukrainian company that was established by my American employer. If I lose my authorization to work in the United States, it could create significant operational and legal challenges for both me and my employer. People who came through U4U followed the rules, obtained work authorization through the legal process, and have become productive members of their communities. Many of us have built careers, pay taxes, and contribute to the U.S. economy. Revoking our work authorization would not only harm Ukrainian families who are trying to rebuild their lives, but also the American employers and businesses that rely on us.