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Australia Human Rights Commission expresses concerns over conditions in immigration detention facility

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The Australian Human Rights Commission released a report on Monday outlining concerns regarding the conditions at the Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre in Northam, Western Australia. The report highlights issues related to drug trafficking, insufficient healthcare services and the overall well-being of detainees and staff members.

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France passes law aimed at ‘controlling’ immigration

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The French Parliament passed a new immigration law Tuesday aimed at controlling immigration and improving integration. Titled “ Bill to Control Immigration and Enhance Integration ,” the legislation encompasses various provisions addressing key aspects of immigration management.

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France revoke birthplace citizenship on the island of Mayotte

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Migrants from Comoros islands flee to Mayotte, hoping to immigrate to Europe. In Mayotte, they can’t attend school, receive public healthcare, or work. Mayotte comprises two islands northwest of Madagascar and is part of an archipelago that includes the independent African Comoros islands. They become technically stateless.

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Afghanistan rights group highlights deteriorating conditions for Afghan refugees in Pakistan

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The Pakistani government has implemented stricter immigration policies and intensified enforcement actions against undocumented migrants, citing security concerns. Afghan refugees often live in overcrowded and under-resourced conditions, lacking access to basic services such as healthcare and education.

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Build Back Better Bill Passes House Committee: Would Provide Pathway to Green Cards for DACA, TPS, Other Immigrants

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trillion in investments in childcare, education, paid leave, healthcare, clean energy, and other programs. Our Chugh, LLP immigration team will continue to monitor the Build Back Better bill and provide immigration-related updates as they become available. The Build Back Better bill calls for $3.5 Conclusion.

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United States: Expedited EAD Processing For Healthcare Workers - Masuda, Funai, Eifert & Mitchell, Ltd.

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Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that, effective immediately, healthcare workers with pending Form I-765 renewal applications. On December 28, 2021, U.S.

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Rights group condemns Dominican Republic new health protocol for discriminating migrants

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.” The group alsoargued that the practice threatens the right to health, privacy, and physical integrity, by deterring people at risk, especially pregnant women, children, and survivors of violence, from seeking the healthcare they urgently need.