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JFI Week in Review - July 12th-16th, 2021
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Justice for Immigrants Colleagues,
Please see below for the latest updates from JFI.
Sección en español de la Semana en Revisión
Los Obispos Católicos Responden a los Acontecimientos en Haití
El 7 de julio de 2021, el presidente haitiano Jovenel Moïse fue asesinado en su
casa; La primera dama Martine Moïse también sufrió heridas graves durante el ataque.
El 9 de julio, el Arzobispo José H. Gómez de Los Ángeles, presidente de la USCCB,
y el Obispo David J. Malloy de Rockford, presidente del Comité de Justicia Internacional
y Paz de la USCCB, emitieron una declaraci [[link removed]]ó
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en respuesta al evento. El Arzobispo Gómez y el Obispo Malloy expresaron su solidaridad
con la Iglesia en Haití y todos los haitianos durante este tiempo de crisis.
El 22 de mayo de 2021, el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS por sus siglas
en inglés) anunci [[link removed]]ó
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una nueva designación de Estatus de Protección Temporal (TPS por sus siglas en inglés)
para Haití, tras la continua desestabilización, disturbios políticos y violencia
generalizada en el país. El obispo Mario E. Dorsonville, presidente del Comité
de Migración de la USCCB, y el obispo Malloy acogieron con beneplácito esta decisión
en una declaraci [[link removed]]ó
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Hasta la fecha, el Aviso del Registro Federal necesario para que el Servicio de
Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (USCIS por sus siglas en inglés)
comience a procesar nuevos registros aún no ha sido publicado.
El 13 de julio, la Casa Blanca publicó una hoja informativa [[link removed]]
sobre la asistencia estadounidense a Haití. La USCCB sigue vigilando la situación
en Haití, así como explorando formas en que puede seguir apoyando a los ciudadanos
que residen en los Estados Unidos.
Los Demócratas del Senado Llegan a un Acuerdo sobre "Infraestructura Humana"
El 13 de julio de 2021, se anunci [[link removed]]ó
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que los legisladores demócratas en el Senado llegaron a un consenso sobre una resolución
presupuestaria de $3.5 billones de dólares relacionada con la "infraestructura humana".
Este término se ha utilizado para describir programas relacionados con la atención
médica, el cambio climático y la inmigración. Este paquete se suma al plan bipartidista
de $1.2 billones de dólares para infraestructura física que actualmente se está
trabajando en el Senado. La medida más amplia se aprobaría utilizando la herramienta
presupuestaria conocida como "reconciliación", que sólo requiere una mayoría simple
de 51 votos en el Senado, suponiendo que se cumplan otras condiciones. Este fue
el mismo mecanismo utilizado para aprobar el American Rescue Plan en marzo. Es probable
que la próxima semana se produzca una votación sobre si avanzar en el proceso de
reconciliación, y luego las comisiones de la Cámara de Representantes y el Senado
comenzarán a trabajar en las diferentes disposiciones que se deben contener en el
proyecto de ley. Se espera que se incluyan medidas relacionadas con la inmigración,
incluida la legalización y un camino hacia la ciudadanía para ciertas poblaciones
indocumentadas. Sin embargo, aún no se han publicado detalles específicos, y estas
disposiciones deben cumplir requisitos específicos. El 14 de julio, el Senador Joe
Manchin de West Virginia, un voto clave en el proceso de reconciliación, expres
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su apoyo a la inclusión de disposiciones de inmigración en un proyecto de ley de
reconciliación. Por favor, esté atento a más información y oportunidades de abogacía
en las próximas semanas
Causas de la Emigración Centroamericana

El obispo Mario Dorsonvillle de la Arquidiócesis de Washington escribió en El Pregonero
(el periódico en español de la Arquidiócesis de Washington) sobre cuáles son las
causas que originan la emigración de tantas personas del Triángulo Norte hacia
los Estados Unidos y que es urgente encontrar una respuesta católica frente a las
muchas personas que se ven obligadas a desplazarse. El obispo dice que, "la Iglesia
tiene asimismo un papel fundamental que desempeñar en la región. Es esencial elaborar
planes de formación para los párrocos y el personal de la parroquia de modo que
puedan acompañar pastoralmente a las familias y a los menores cuyos padres han emigrado
a los Estados Unidos y los han dejado al cuidado de familiares". Para leer todo
del mensaje del obispo puede visitar este enlace [[link removed]]
aquí.

¿Tiene actualizaciones o recursos en español que desea compartir? Favor de enviarlos
a Sarah Hoff [mailto:[email protected]] y nosotros los promovemos.
English Language Section
Catholic Bishops Respond to Developments in Haiti
On July 7, 2021, Haitian President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated in his home; First
Lady Martine Moïse also suffered severe injuries during the attack. On July 9, Archbishop
José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, president of the USCCB, and Bishop David J. Malloy
of Rockford, chairman of the USCCB's Committee on International Justice and Peace,
issued a statement [[link removed]]
in response to the event. Archbishop Gomez and Bishop Malloy expressed solidarity
with the Church in Haiti and all Haitians during this time of crisis.
On May, 22, 2021, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced [[link removed]]
a new designation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti, following continued
destabilization, political unrest, and widespread violence in the country. Bishop
Mario E. Dorsonville, chairman of the USCCB's Committee on Migration, and Bishop
Malloy welcomed this decision in a statement [[link removed]].
To date, the Federal Register Notice needed for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration
Services (USCIS) to begin processing new registrations for TPS protection has not
yet been published.
On July 13, the White House released a fact sheet [[link removed]]
on U.S. assistance to Haiti. The USCCB is continuing to monitor the situation in
Haiti, as well as exploring ways the Church can further support Haitian nationals
residing in the United States.
Senate Democrats Reach Deal on "Human Infrastructure"
On July 13, 2021, it was announced [[link removed]]
that Democratic legislators in the Senate reached consensus on a $3.5 trillion budget
resolution related to "human infrastructure". This term has been used to describe
programs relating to health care, climate change, and immigration. This package
is in addition to the $1.2 trillion bipartisan plan for physical infrastructure
currently being worked on in the Senate. The larger measure would be passed using
the budgetary tool known as "reconciliation", which only requires a simple majority
of 51 votes in the Senate, assuming certain other conditions are met. This was the
same mechanism used to pass the American Rescue Plan in March. A vote will likely
occur next week on whether to move forward with the reconciliation process, and
then committees in the House and Senate will begin working on the different provisions
to be contained in the bill. Immigration-related measures, including legalization
and a pathway to citizenship for certain undocumented populations, are expected
to be included. However, specifics have not yet been released, and these provisions
must meet specific requirements. On July 14, Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia,
a key vote in the reconciliation process, conveyed [[link removed]]
his support for including immigration provisions in a reconciliation bill. Please
be on the lookout for more information and advocacy opportunities in the coming
weeks
U.S. Launches "Operation Allies Refuge" to Evacuate Afghans
It was reported [[link removed]]
on July 14, 2021, that the U.S. government is formally launching an effort known
as "Operation Allies Refuge" to evacuate Afghans who assisted the U.S. during the
military intervention in Afghanistan. Since the withdrawal of American forces was
announced earlier this year, members of Congress, advocates, veterans groups, and
others have raised concerns for the wellbeing of those who worked for or with the
U.S. and its allies, especially as the Taliban continues to seize more territory
in Afghanistan. Flights out of Afghanistan for those who are already in the process
of obtaining Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) through the Afghan SIV program [[link removed]]
will start in the last week of July. However, no further details have been released
regarding the evacuation, including where people would be evacuated to. The Administration
has been urged to relocate SIV applicants to the U.S. territory of Guam while their
applications are processed. USCCB/MRS is continuing to monitor the situation facing
Afghan SIVs and will provide more information as it's available.
Texas Declaration Disaster Updates
Recently, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission issued further guidance
for facilities that provide care for undocumented individuals and would be impacted
by the Commission's discontinuation of licensure at the end of this summer. The
new guidance explains options for facilities that plan on continuing to provide
services to undocumented individuals even after the August 30 deadline imposed by
Governor Abbott's disaster declaration. The guidance explains that there are exemptions
to the proclamation, as well as ways in which facilities can begin to operate under
those exemptions, such as relinquishing certain permits. Read more about the exemptions
and requirements here [[link removed]]
and here [[link removed]].
Since Governor Abbott issued the disaster declaration, the U.S. Department of Health
and Human Services has reassured stakeholders that it has no intention of ceasing
any of its operations in the state of Texas.
DHS Redesignates TPS for Yemen
On July 6, 2021, DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas redesignated [[link removed]]
Yemen for TPS, from September 4, 2021, through March 3, 2023. Per the Federal Register
Notice published [[link removed]]
on July 9, Yemeni nationals or noncitizens who last resided in Yemen and who have
been residing in the United States as of July 5, 2021, are eligible for TPS.
Reminder: Webinar on New Report Related to Unaccompanied Children
Please join us for a webinar to learn more about the report, A Vision Forward: Policies
Needed to Protect the Best Interests of "Category 4" Unaccompanied Immigrant Chil
[[link removed]]dren
[[link removed]]which
explores the current system for protecting unaccompanied children whom the government
has determined do not have viable sponsors. Here is the information to join the
webinar:

* When: July 21 at 3:00 PM EST
* Where: [link removed] [[link removed]]
(Zoom)
Other Upcoming Events, Opportunities, and Resources

* USCCB/MRS Vacancies.MRS' Office of Resettlement Services is working to expand
our team as we rebuild USCCB's resettlement network to meet higher admissions targets.
We currently have four positions [[link removed]]
posted for both internal and external applicants:

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Assistant Director, Preferred Communities
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Family Reunification Program Associate
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Field Support Coordinator, Reception and Placement
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Processing Operations Coordinator
Please find more information and apply through the USCCB's careers website [[link removed]].

* Ignatian Solidarity Network (ISN) Vacancies. JFI member organization ISN has two
new job positions open right now, Assistant Director of Development [[link removed]]
and Digital Communications Coordinator [[link removed]].
The positions include competitive salaries, a strong medical benefits plan, and
a retirement fund employer-match program. We are open to considering candidates
who are not based in Northeast Ohio and have an interest in working remotely. Apply
today!
* FREE Screening of First Vote.New American Economy (NAE) is providing a link to
watch First Vote, a documentary about four Chinese Americans' firsttime voting
in the 2016 presidential election and the 2018 midterms. Get your link [[link removed]]
and enjoy the movie on your own device.

* Jordan Ministry Team (Tucson, AZ) 20th Anniversary Celebration, July 21, 2021,
at 6 PM.Celebrate this special occasion with other ministry supporters at the Cathedral
of St. Augustine in Tucson. RSVP [[link removed]]
today.

* Alliance for Fair Food (Immokalee, FL) Internship Opportunities: July 30, 2021,
Deadline. Internship applications are being accepted by the Alliance and the Coalition
of Immokalee Workers for Fall 2021. The internship program is being offered in-person
and interns will be living and working alongside staff in Immokalee. In addition
to working on the Campaign for Fair Food, interns will be supporting with COVID-19
relief work within the community. A stipend and housing will be provided. Email
[mailto:[email protected]] your application before July 30th!
In solidarity,
Tony Cube
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