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DOJ removes probationary period for IJs hired as Board Members

  1. Original Date Announced

    July 18, 2019

    DOJ eliminates the probationary period for IJs hired as Board Members, as evidenced in a hiring recommendation memo from the EOIR Director to AG Barr. In a lengthy footnote justifying the recent change in practice, the memo indicates that current IJs converting to appellate IJ positions will receive permanent appointments.

    [ID #223]

    Memo for the AG
  2. Effective Date

    July 18, 2019

Current Status

Fully in Effect

Original Trump Policy Status

Status: Final/Actual
Trump Administration Action: Change in Practice
Subject Matter: Hearings and Adjudications
Agencies Affected: EOIR

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