Question 1

What did the March 25 Federal Register Notice on CHNV parole do?

Accepted Answer

The Federal Register Notice (“FRN”) published on March 25, 2025, terminated the CHNV parole program and terminated existing grants of CHNV parole for beneficiaries currently in the U.S. with valid CHNV parole status. Under the terms of the FRN, people with CHNV parole would have lost their status 30 days after the FRN’s publication (i.e., on April 24, 2025). The FRN also stated that, after revoking parolees’ status, the government would target them for deportation if they did not voluntarily leave the country. Find our key takeaways here.

Question 2

What did Judge Talwani order about CHNV parole on April 14, 2025?

Accepted Answer

On April 14, 2025, Judge Talwani, a federal judge in the District Court for the District of Massachusetts, issued two orders regarding CHNV parole:

— First, the judge temporarily blocked the March 25 Federal Register Notice from prematurely revoking the individual parole status and parole-based work permits of CHNV parolees who are here in the United States and currently in valid parole status. Under the FRN, both their individual parole and their associated work permits were going to terminate on April 24; and

— Second, the judge certified a class of all individuals who a) have received a grant of CHNV parole that is subject to the March 25 Federal Register Notice, b) are still in the United States, and c) do not choose to opt out of the class to seek relief in separate litigation.

Question 3

What does it mean that the order blocking the CHNV parole termination is “temporary”?

Accepted Answer

The April 14, 2025 order blocking the early revocations of CHNV parole is a grant of preliminary, emergency relief that is intended to stay in place while the litigation proceeds, or until the judge issues another order affecting the April 14 order. While the April 14 order is in place, we will continue to litigate the case and fight for more permanent relief. There is currently no end date to the court’s order, and we will keep you updated if this changes.

Question 4

How do I know if I am a member of the class certified in this case?

Accepted Answer

The court has certified what it calls the “Early Revocation Parolee Class.” You are automatically a member of the class if you received a grant of CHNV parole and your grant of parole extends beyond April 24, 2025, UNLESS:

—You voluntarily left the United States before the issuance of the FRN, and you remain outside the United States; OR

—You choose to opt out of the class in order to seek relief in separate litigation (you can still apply for any other immigration status or benefit you may be eligible for (such as asylum, permanent residence, a work permit, etc.)--this provision of the judge’s order only refers to separate federal or state court litigation challenging the termination of CHNV parole)

Question 5

If I am a member of the Early Revocation Parolee Class (as defined above), will my parole end on April 24?

Accepted Answer

As of the court’s April 14, 2025 orders, your parole period will continue to be valid for the period of time that you were granted upon entry to the United States, which is the date marked on your I-94. Your work authorization, if based on your parole, will also remain valid through that period of time. In other words, the court’s order does not extend your individual parole status, but it does prohibit DHS from terminating the individual parole status of all CHNV parolees through the publication of the FRN.

It is possible that the government could attempt to end grants of parole in another way, including by issuing more individualized notices, but that would require further action on DHS’s part.

Question 6

What do I do if, despite the April 14, 2025 court order, I receive notice of early termination of my parole?

Accepted Answer

Please contact us via our Class Member Inquiry form here if, after April 14, 2025, you receive a notice that terminates your parole before its original expiration date.

Question 7

Can you help me with my immigration case?

Accepted Answer

No, unfortunately we cannot help you with your individual immigration case. If you have questions about filing for immigration benefits or about any pending application, we recommend you consult with an immigration attorney.

Question 8

Are new applications for CHNV parole sponsorship being processed?

Accepted Answer

No, they are not. The March 25 Federal Register Notice terminated the CHNV parole program. The Trump administration is not processing new applications.

Question 9

Are immigration benefits requests (i.e., asylum, TPS, visa applications) for CHNV parolees being adjudicated?

Accepted Answer

As of 4/16/2025, it is our understanding that these applications are still paused.

Question 10

My CHNV parole status will be ending in a few weeks or months—can I still apply for asylum or other more lasting immigration status

Accepted Answer

Yes! DHS’s decision to suspend processing of these types of applications by CHNV parolees should not prevent you from filing an application and receiving a receipt. Because your individual parole status will still end on its current expiration date, if you are eligible for other immigration status and want to apply, you should do that now. If the type of application you are filing can be filed online with USCIS, it is a good idea to file that way, so that you get an immediate receipt notice. The attorneys for this case cannot provide further advice on your individual immigration case or application, so we recommend you consult an immigration attorney if you need further assistance.

Question 11

How do I sign up to receive updates about the status of the Doe v. Noem case?

Accepted Answer

Please sign up here, and we will keep you posted about developments. This form is for members of any of subclasses described above.

Question 12

I’ve filled out that form on your website. Now what?

Accepted Answer

We will be in touch! As we receive important updates from the court about the status of the case, we will provide updates to you and other members of the class. We are committed to defending the individual grants of CHNV parole originally issued under the CHNV parole process.

Question 13

How can I contact class counsel if I have further questions not covered here?

Accepted Answer

Please contact us via our Class Member Inquiry form here.

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