Comment Submitted by Oleksandr Nazola
AnonymousSupportIndividual
Summary: An individual who is currently awaiting a decision on their employment authorization renewal supports the proposed rule. They argue that providing continued work authorization during processing delays is fair and beneficial for both workers and employers.
I strongly support this proposed rule.
I have been living and working legally in the United States for the past two years. During this time, I have worked full-time, paid my taxes, followed all U.S. laws, and contributed to my community. I also paid the required USCIS filing fees and submitted my application to renew my employment authorization.
Unfortunately, I have now been waiting for more than one year without receiving a decision. This long delay has created significant uncertainty for me and my employer. I want to continue working legally, supporting myself, and contributing to the U.S. economy instead of being forced into unemployment because of processing delays that are beyond my control.
Many applicants who have complied with every requirement should not lose the ability to work simply because USCIS has not yet completed processing their cases. Providing continued employment authorization while applications remain pending is fair, practical, and benefits both workers and U.S. employers.
Thank you for considering my experience and for supporting policies that allow law-abiding applicants to continue working while awaiting USCIS decisions.