DHS has ended automatic Employment Authorization Document extensions for most renewal applicants effective October 30, 2025, creating immediate compliance challenges for employers. Existing extensions remain valid, but new filings will receive no automatic protection, increasing risks of work-authorization gaps. Employers must update I-9 procedures, file renewals early, and prepare for disruptions. DHS cites security concerns and insufficient vetting, while critics warn the change may slow processing and strain businesses reliant on timely EAD renewals.

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