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DHS and El Salvador reach agreement on increased information sharing in exchange for extended work permits for Salvadorans with TPS

  1. Original Date Announced

    October 28, 2019

    DHS press release explains agreement between U.S. and El Salvador to implement increased information sharing and security plans (including a Biometric Data Sharing Program Arrangement), in exchange for extending work permits through January 4, 2021, and extending time for Salvadorans with TPS to repatriate by one year. The agreement was signed by Acting Secretary McAleenan.

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    Agreement Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic of El Salvador for Cooperation in the Examination of Protection Claims DHS Press Release: U.S. and El Salvador Sign Arrangements on Security & Information Sharing; Give Salvadorans with TPS More Time

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