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Learn about the repercussions of a government shutdown on immigration services, including USCIS, DOL, DOS, CBP, ICE, and visa applications. Contact Michelle Larson-Krieg for more information.

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  1. Government Shutdown Impact of a Government Shutdown on Immigration-Related Services Office of International Affairs

  2. Government Shutdown What is a government shutdown? A government shutdown happens when non-essential discretionary federal programs close. The president must do this when Congress fails to appropriate funds. In the normal budget process, Congress appropriates funds by September 30 for the following fiscal year. When that doesn't happen, Congress may enact a continuing funding resolution. If Congress can't agree on a continuing resolution, it forces a shutdown. A shutdown signals a complete breakdown in the budget process. Office of International Affairs

  3. Government Shutdown Government Shutdown's Impact on Immigration • U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services • USCIS is funded in significant part by filing fees from users, and many of its activities are deemed “exempt” from closure during a shutdown. • Immigration Filings • E-Verify Office of International Affairs

  4. Government Shutdown Government Shutdown's Impact on Immigration • U.S. Department of Labor • DOL does not receive fees for the immigration-related functions it performs, and the shutdown will result in a cessation of a large portion of the DOL’s operations. • Processing of permanent labor certification (PERM) • H-1B and E-3 Office of International Affairs

  5. Government Shutdown Government Shutdown's Impact on Immigration • U.S. Department of State • DOS entities will continue to operate until their respective balances are insufficient to continue. • Visa Applications • Passports Office of International Affairs

  6. Government Shutdown Government Shutdown's Impact on Immigration U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) CBP officers are considered essential personnel who are largely exempt from ceasing operations due to their law enforcement responsibilities. Office of International Affairs

  7. Government Shutdown Government Shutdown's Impact on Immigration • U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) • ICE personnel are largely exempted from ceasing operations due to their law enforcement function. • Enforcement Activities • Foreign Students and Exchange Visitors Office of International Affairs

  8. Government Shutdown Government Shutdown's Impact on Immigration • Other Considerations • Security Checks • Social Security Numbers • State Benefits • Government Contractors Office of International Affairs

  9. Questions? Please contact Michelle Larson-Krieg, J.D. Director, International Student & Scholar Services University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus Tel: (303) 315-2235 | E-mail: michelle.larson-krieg@ucdenver.edu Office of International Affairs

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