Parole In Place
Latest Update
(As of 08/27/24)
A lawsuit was filed against this new Parole in Place program on August 23, 2024 and an administrative stay was issued on August 26, 2024 that halted the federal government from approving applications. However, as of August 27, individuals can continue to submit their applications to USCIS. The Texas Immigration Law Council will continue to monitor the case and will update if this changes.
Employment Opportunities
The Texas Immigration Law Council exists to protect and promote the rights of immigrants and refugees of all nationalities in Texas. Formed in 2023 Texas Immigration Law Council is a nonpartisan statewide 501(c)(3) organization.
Economic Justice Project Manager
The Economic Justice Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning and implementation of the EJI project through budgeting, facilitating communication and data exchange between project partners and stakeholders, and providing overall project coordination.
What We Do
We lead strategies to create policies and environments where immigrants and refugees in Texas can access their rights and contribute to the well-being of our nation.
Access to Justice & Assistance
We promote meaningful access to legal assistance for immigrants and refugees in Texas by providing legal resources and technical assistance to legal service providers.
Policy & Coalition Building
We bring together key constituencies of business, law enforcement, faith, law and community groups to advance practical immigration reforms for Texas and our nation.
How We Work
We work across the political spectrum to bring together diverse voices to catalyze consensus on practice immigration solutions for Texas and our nation.
Immigration Legal Resources & Technical Assistance
The Texas Immigration Law Council provides free technical assistance and legal resources to qualifying legal service providers who provide legal services to low-income Texans. Let us know how we can assist.
Texas Immigration Law Council does not provide direct legal advice or assistance. If you need legal help visit Immigration Advocates Network Directory or Texas Law Help’s Legal Directory.
Contact Us
We want to connect with you to protect and promote the rights of immigrants and refugees living in Texas. Please let us know how we can partner and reach you.
Please note, the Texas Immigration Law Council does not provide legal advice or individual assistance. If you need legal help visit Immigration Advocates Network Directory or Texas Law Help’s Legal Directory.
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