Congress Is Under Pressure to Reduce Waiting Time for Asylum Seekers

The American Immigration Council, alongside over 100 business organizations nationwide, urges Congress to expedite work permits for asylum seekers by reducing the waiting period from the current 180 days to 30 days. The joint letter also advocates for increased funding for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to enhance the efficiency of work permit processing. With 9.6 million job openings and 6.5 million individuals seeking employment, businesses are grappling with significant worker shortages, particularly in key industries.