New Security Protocols for Immigration Applicants: What the April 27 Deadline Means for Cases

Effective April 27, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented “enhanced” security checks for immigration applicants. This mandate stems from a February executive order directing authorities to maximize access to federal criminal databases.  Key Impacts of the New Policy The policy specifically targets applicants whose cases involve fingerprint-based background checks.  Who is Affected: Applicants for Green Cards (Permanent Residency). Applicants Read more […]

Secure Your Future: Why Immigrants Should Complete Their Path To Citizenship Now!

Citizenship is the ultimate defense against Deportation- Zenobia Lai, Executive Director, Houston Immigration Legal Services Collaborative. In the Houston area, an estimated 300,000 immigrants are eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship. However, less than 10% of these eligible residents complete the process. Houston is changing that. Read How.