Ends Automatic Work Permit Extensions

Official: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services relating to "Removal of the Automatic Extension of Employment Authorization Documents".

IntroducedDecember 10, 2025

ImmigrationAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresCongressional oversightDepartment of Homeland SecurityGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel management

Why This Matters

This resolution nullifies a rule that ended the automatic extension of employment authorization documents for certain immigrants, impacting their ability to work while renewing their permits.

If you are an immigrant relying on a work permit, this resolution could make it harder to keep your job during the renewal process.

Affects: This resolution primarily affects immigrants who need work permits to maintain their employment status.

Summary

Protecting Businesses From Frivolous COVID Lawsuits Act of 2025This bill requires a specific jury instruction in a federal civil action for damages based on negligence arising from the transmission of COVID-19. Specifically, a court must instruct the jury that negligence may not be found solely on the basis of holding oneself open for business.

What does this resolution do?

1. This resolution stops the automatic extension of work permits for certain immigrants who apply for renewal. 2. Without this rule, immigrants may face gaps in their employment authorization while waiting for renewal decisions. 3. The change affects individuals who rely on timely work permit renewals to maintain their jobs. 4. This resolution could lead to increased uncertainty for employers hiring immigrants needing work authorization. 5. The disapproval may prompt more scrutiny of applications before granting new work permits.

Who is affected?

This resolution primarily affects immigrants who need work permits to maintain their employment status.