About 158,000 Haitians in Florida, the majority of whom are in South Florida, have Temporary Protected Status (TPS), which allows foreign nationals from countries experiencing crises to live in the U.S. for up to 18 months. The employment authorization for these individuals is set to expire on Friday, according to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Impact on Florida
The expiration of work authorization affects 93,000 workers in Florida, many of whom work in the hospitality industry. The Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association has expressed concerns about the impact of this expiration on the state’s economy.
Haitians whose TPS is expiring may want to consider applying for asylum or another type of immigration status now if they are eligible. The nonprofit ASAP recommends contacting an immigration lawyer or reviewing other options.
Original reporting: NBC6 Miami — read the source article.
