⚖️Regulation Changes for Temporary Immigration Judges
Designation of Temporary Immigration Judges
Summary
This final rule aligns the regulatory requirements for candidates for Temporary Immigration Judge ("TIJ") appointments to mirror the regulatory requirements for permanent Immigration Judge ("IJ") appointments, thus allowing the Attorney General and Director of EOIR to select TIJs from a larger pool of well-qualified candidates. Additionally, the Department of Justice ("the Department" or "DOJ") is making various technical and non-substantive changes to its regulations.
Agencies
- Justice Department
- Executive Office for Immigration Review
Business Impact
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The regulation amends the appointment process for Temporary Immigration Judges (TIJs), potentially impacting how immigration cases are adjudicated and the hiring pool, affecting businesses involved in immigration-related services. Greater flexibility in selecting TIJs aims to reduce backlog, which could influence legal costs and timelines for business immigration processes.