Protect Asylum

The federal government is proposing new rules that would make it impossible for asylum seekers to work legally. This proposed rule would pause all asylum employment authorization documents (EADs) when the processing time exceeds 180 days. Right now, that is the case for every asylee applying for a work permit.

According to USCIS, this pause will last between 14 and 173 years.

The most direct way to take action is to submit a comment opposing this proposed rule by April 21, 2026.

What to include in your comment

The most effective comments are the ones that you make your own. The best comments share how this rule change affects you, your family, or someone you know. Share your story and personalize your comments. 

Duplicative comments will be deleted, so only submit your comment once. 

Who can comment

Anyone can comment, regardless of citizenship status. All you need is an email address.

How to submit your comment

1: Draft your comment. Start off by using this comment generator. Fill in a personal story detailing the harm this would cause.