Clarification of Discretionary Employment Authorization for Certain Aliens

A Ukrainian individual with temporary protection in the U.S. supports the continued issuance of discretionary employment authorization. The commenter argues that the ability to work legally allows them to remain self-sufficient, pay taxes, and contribute to the economy without relying on government assistance.

An individual Ukrainian humanitarian parolee opposes the proposed changes to Employment Authorization Documents. The commenter argues that requiring proof of "economic necessity" and a job offer from an E-Verify enrolled employer creates unnecessary hurdles for refugees seeking to maintain financial independence and support their families.

The commenter supports the proposed action by highlighting the importance of work authorization for Ukrainian humanitarian parolees. They argue that employment allows these individuals to contribute to the economy, pay taxes, and provide for their families' basic needs.

An individual who assisted a Ukrainian family expresses strong opposition to the proposed action, arguing that it would cause significant financial hardship for hardworking immigrants who are already self-sufficient. The commenter argues that the policy unfairly restricts the ability of people who love and support the country to work.

A Ukrainian humanitarian parolee and software engineer opposes the proposed action, arguing that the new economic-necessity and E-Verify requirements would add unnecessary burdens and hurdles to an already difficult employment authorization process. The commenter advocates for measures that address processing delays, such as calculating EAD validity from the approval date and continuing authorization for timely renewals.

A U.S. citizen who immigrated to the country supports providing lawful work authorization to Ukrainians fleeing the war. The commenter argues that work authorization allows these individuals to become self-sufficient, contribute to the economy through taxes, and provide reliable labor for employers.

The commenter supports the proposed action, arguing that protecting lawful access to employment authorization allows immigrants to contribute to the economy and support their families. They specifically highlight the economic contributions of the Ukrainian community and advocate for removing barriers to work for refugees.

An individual Ukrainian resident supports the continued timely issuance and renewal of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for eligible Ukrainians. The commenter argues that legal work authorization provides essential financial stability for families fleeing the war and benefits American employers and communities.