In recent weeks, the Trump administration has implemented and proposed new regulations that directly affect millions of undocumented immigrants in the U.S. One of the most alarming is a new national registration requirement, which obligates people without legal status to submit fingerprints, biometric data, and carry identification at all times. This rule is already in effect, despite opposition from civil rights groups.
Additionally, a proposal has been announced that would impose daily fines of nearly $1,000 on individuals with final deportation orders. If they fail to pay, they could even lose properties shared with family members who are U.S. citizens or legal residents.
It has also been revealed that the IRS may begin sharing tax information with ICE, putting those who have filed taxes without legal status at risk of deportation.
As if that weren’t enough, workplace raids and the use of public records to locate individuals fined for driving without a license—such as in Houston—are creating a climate of fear and uncertainty.
In this context, many people are unaware that they may qualify for humanitarian relief such as the T Visa, U Visa, or VAWA, which can provide work permits, legal protection, and in many cases, a path to permanent residency without having to leave the country.
The first step is getting informed. At Cruz Law Office, we offer in-person, phone, or video consultations. Call (877) 619-8472 and find out if you or your family may be eligible for an immigration solution.