Washington, July 10 -- Congressman Mike Lawler issued the following press release:
Pearl River, N.Y. - 7/10/26. Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced guidance extending the validity of employment authorization documents for eligible Haitian TPS beneficiaries. Instead of expiring today, documents will remain valid until July 24, 2026.
This decision comes after Rep. Lawler advocated for an extension directly with the Trump Administration, highlighting the importance of an orderly transition for Haitians on TPS, many of whom serve as essential healthcare workers and other critical members of the workforce in New York's 17th Congressional ...