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Action Alert: Tell Congress to Support the Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act
On November 14, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Take 1-minute now to let Congressional leaders know how important it is to expand immigration pathways for healthcare professionals and ensure access to care by supporting the Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act to create a pathway for 40,000 foreign-born healthcare workers to work in the U.S.
Workforce Action Alert: Urge Congress to Support the Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act
On October 31, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Take 1-minute now to let Congressional leaders know how important it is to expand immigration pathways for healthcare professionals and ensure access to care by supporting the Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act to create a pathway for 40,000 foreign-born healthcare workers to work in the U.S.
New Report Release: The Immigration Imperative
On September 12, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Our national partner, LeadingAge, released their newest white paper, The Immigration Imperative, a report that explores how to reform our outdated immigration system to welcome more foreign-born workers to long-term care—and create a foundation for them to thrive in our communities.
LeadingAge Minnesota Advocates for Seniors in DC
On December 7, 2023 by Erin Huppert
This week, senior care providers joined LeadingAge Minnesota in traveling to Washington, DC, to advocate for seniors’ access to care. Leaders from several senior care organizations based in Minnesota completed seven visits over 36 hours, reinforcing concerns from across the state about a pervasive workforce shortage.
News from LeadingAge: Updated Immigration Reform-Focused Dignity Act Includes New Visa Program
On July 6, 2023 by LeadingAge
An updated version of the Dignity Act (H.R. 3359), a large package of immigration reforms introduced in the House by Representatives Maria Salazar (R-FL) and Veronica Escobar (D-TX) on May 23 includes language focused on fixing the current immigration system that aligns with LeadingAge’s current policy priorities.
Congress Approves Bill Providing Pathway to Citizenship for Some Liberians
On December 18, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Congress has approved legislation that will provide some Liberian immigrants in Minnesota and across the country permanent residency and a path to citizenship. The bill is expected to be signed into law yet this year.
Workforce Shortages: Bold Solutions from LeadingAge
On October 23, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
LeadingAge has just released the IMAGINE Initiative – a bold set of proposals to increase the number of foreign-born aging services workers available in the United States.
Federal Judge Blocks Public Charge Rule
On October 15, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
A federal judge last week issued a nationwide preliminary injunction blocking the Public Charge final rule that would have allowed the government to base green card decisions on whether an immigrant could be later seen as a financial burden on taxpayers.
Public Charge Test Final Rule Expands Hurdles for Older Adults and Long-Term Care Workers
On August 28, 2019 by Kari Thurlow
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has issued a final Inadmissibility on Public Charge Grounds rule that goes into effect Oct. 15. This rule applies prospectively to determine the eligibility of persons wishing to immigrate to the US, obtain a green card to authorize employment or to obtain certain visas. It will not be applied to immigrants currently in the country unless or until they seek to change or extend their immigration status.
New Rule Could Reduce Immigrants’ Use of Long-Term Care Services
On August 20, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
The National Council on Aging has denounced a new inadmissibility rule that could force immigrant seniors to choose between paying for long-term care support and losing their immigration status.
LeadingAge Supports Bill to Expand Access to International Healthcare Workers
On July 30, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
LeadingAge is supporting a bill that would nearly double the number of employment visas granted annually and increase access to qualified health care workers.
LeadingAge Comments on Proposed Rule Affecting Immigration Status
On December 18, 2018 by Jonathan Lips
LeadingAge national has submitted comments to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) expressing opposition to its proposed rule broadening the factors used in public charge determinations, meaning whether a legal immigrant would become primarily dependent on the government for subsistence.
LeadingAge Comments on Proposed Rule Affecting Immigration Status
On December 18, 2018 by Jonathan Lips
LeadingAge national has submitted comments to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) expressing opposition to its proposed rule broadening the factors used in public charge determinations, meaning whether a legal immigrant would become primarily dependent on the government for subsistence.
LeadingAge Tells Congress to Keep Nurses Coming to the U.S.
On October 31, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
An amendment recently introduced in Congress could push back the admission of foreign nurses in the United States by several years. The amendment would remove the per-country cap on visas for highly skilled immigrants and instead allocate the visas on a first-come, first served basis according to how long an applicant has waited for a visa.
DHS Announces New Proposed Immigration Rule
On October 23, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officially published proposed changes to the public charge rule. The changes would deny entry to individuals seeking admission to the United States or adjusting their immigration status to become a permanent resident if there is any likelihood that the individual will become a public charge at any time in the future. Public comments are due by Dec. 10.
Homeland Security Announces New Proposed Immigration Rule
On October 9, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The Trump Administration is considering ways to strengthen enforcement of rules that require immigrants to demonstrate that they will not take advantage of public assistance programs after entering the United States.
Help Workers with Temporary Immigrant Status Remain on the Job
On September 11, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The temporary protected status provided to immigrants from El Salvador, Nicaragua, Haiti and other countries is being terminated. Many of these foreign-born people, who work in the long-term services and supports field, will face deportation.
New Reports Explore Global Expansion of Foreign-Born Aging Services Workforce
On August 22, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Three new reports explore the characteristics and migration routes of foreign-born workers and the benefits and challenges associated with an expanding foreign-born workforce in the field of aging services.
BBC News Highlights Minnesota Workforce Solutions for New Americans
On April 17, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The debate on immigration can send a chilling effect across our field, as immigrants and refugees are an essential part of our workforce – today and in the future.