Extension of Employment Authorization for Haitian F-1 Nonimmigrant Students Experiencing Severe Economic Hardship as a Direct Result of the January 12, 2010 Earthquake in Haiti, 11805-11806 [2014-04592]

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AGENCY: SUMMARY: This notice informs the public of the extension of an earlier notice, which suspended certain requirements for F–1 nonimmigrant students whose country of citizenship is Haiti and who are experiencing severe economic hardship as a direct result of the January 12, 2010 earthquake in Haiti. This notice extends the effective date of that notice. DATES: This notice is effective March 3, 2014 and will remain in effect until January 22, 2016. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Louis Farrell, Director, Student and Exchange Visitor Program; MS 5600, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement; 500 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20536–5600; (703) 603– 3400. This is not a toll-free number. Program information can be found at https://www.ice.gov/sevis/. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: What action is DHS taking under this notice? The Secretary of Homeland Security is exercising authority under 8 CFR 214.2(f)(9) to extend the suspension of the applicability of certain requirements governing on-campus and off-campus employment for F–1 nonimmigrant students whose country of citizenship is Haiti and who are experiencing severe economic hardship as a direct result of the January 12, 2010 earthquake in Haiti. See 75 FR 56120 (Sept. 15, 2010). The original notice was effective from September 15, 2010 until July 22, 2011. PO 00000 Frm 00056 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 11805 Subsequent notices provided for an 18month extension from July 22, 2011 until January 22, 2013, and again from January 22, 2013 until July 22, 2014. See 76 FR 28997 (May 19, 2011); 77 FR 59942 (Oct. 1, 2012). Effective with this publication, suspension of the requirements is extended from July 22, 2014 until January 22, 2016. F–1 nonimmigrant students granted employment authorization through the notice will continue to be deemed to be engaged in a ‘‘full course of study’’ for the duration of their employment authorization, provided they satisfy the minimum course load requirement described in 75 FR 56120. See 8 CFR 214.2(f)(6)(i)(F). Who is covered under this action? This notice applies exclusively to F– 1 nonimmigrant students whose country of citizenship is Haiti and who were lawfully present in the United States in F–1 nonimmigrant status on January 12, 2010 under section 101(a)(15)(F)(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(15)(F)(i), and (1) are enrolled in an institution that is Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified for enrollment of F–1 students, (2) are currently maintaining F–1 status, and (3) are experiencing severe economic hardship as a direct result of the January 12, 2010 earthquake in Haiti. This notice applies both to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as elementary school, middle school, and high school students. The notice, however, applies differently to elementary school, middle school, and high school students (see the discussion published in 75 FR 56120, available at https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-201009-15/pdf/2010-22929.pdf, in the question, ‘‘Does this notice apply to elementary school, middle school, and high school students in F–1 status?’’). F–1 students covered by this notice who transfer to other academic institutions that are SEVP-certified for enrollment of F–1 students remain eligible for the relief provided by means of this notice. Why is DHS taking this action? The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) took action to provide temporary relief to F–1 nonimmigrant students whose country of citizenship is Haiti and experienced severe economic hardship as a result of the January 12, 2010 earthquake. See 75 FR 56120. It enabled these F–1 students to obtain employment authorization, work an increased number of hours while school was in session, and reduce their course E:\FR\FM\03MRN1.SGM 03MRN1 11806 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 41 / Monday, March 3, 2014 / Notices load, while continuing to maintain their F–1 student status. The January 12, 2010 earthquake caused extensive damage to Haiti’s infrastructure, public health, agriculture, transportation, and educational facilities. Haiti continues to struggle with many people still displaced as a result of the earthquake. According to the International Organization for Migration, as of September 2013, approximately 172,000 individuals still remained in temporary camps. For these reasons, among others, Haiti continues to experience significant difficulties as the country strives to recover. F–1 nonimmigrant students whose country of citizenship is Haiti may depend on money from relatives in Haiti who are themselves continuing to recover from the earthquake. The United States is committed to continuing to assist the people of Haiti. DHS is therefore extending this employment authorization for F–1 nonimmigrant students whose country of citizenship is Haiti and who continue to experience severe economic hardship as a result of the earthquake. How do I apply for an employment authorization under the circumstances of this notice? F–1 nonimmigrant students whose country of citizenship is Haiti who were lawfully present in the United States on January 12, 2010 and are experiencing severe economic hardship as a result of the earthquake may apply for employment authorization under the guidelines described in 75 FR 56120. This notice extends the time period during which such F–1 students may seek employment authorization due to the earthquake. It does not impose any new or additional policies or procedures beyond those listed in the original notice. All interested F–1 students should follow the instructions listed in the original notice. Jeh Charles Johnson, Secretary. [FR Doc. 2014–04592 Filed 2–28–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111–28–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES [Docket No. DHS–2014–0009] Homeland Security Academic Advisory Council Department of Homeland Security. ACTION: Committee Management; Notice of Federal Advisory Committee Meeting. AGENCY: VerDate Mar<15>2010 19:40 Feb 28, 2014 Jkt 232001 SUMMARY: The Homeland Security Academic Advisory Council (HSAAC) will meet on March 19, 2014 in Washington, DC. The meeting will be open to the public. DATES: The HSAAC will meet Wednesday, March 19, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Please note that the meeting may close early if the committee has completed its business. ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held at Ronald Reagan International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Floor B, Room B1.5–10, Washington, DC 20004. All visitors to the Ronald Reagan International Trade Center must bring a Government-issued photo ID. Please use the main entrance on 14th Street, NW. For information on facilities or services for individuals with disabilities or to request special assistance at the meeting, send an email to AcademicEngagement@hq.dhs.gov or contact Lindsay Burton at 202–447– 4686 as soon as possible. To facilitate public participation, we are inviting public comment on the issues to be considered by the committee prior to the adoption of the recommendations as listed in the ‘‘Supplementary Information’’ section below. Comments must be submitted in writing no later than Tuesday, March 11, 2014, must include DHS–2014–0009 as the identification number, and may be submitted using one of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Email: AcademicEngagement@ hq.dhs.gov. Include the docket number in the subject line of the message. • Fax: 202–447–3713. • Mail: Academic Engagement; MGMT/Office of Academic Engagement/Mailstop 0440; Department of Homeland Security; 245 Murray Lane SW; Washington, DC 20528–0440. Instructions: All submissions received must include the words ‘‘Department of Homeland Security’’ and the docket number for this action. Comments received will be posted without alteration at https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information provided. Docket: For access to the docket, to read background documents or comments received by the Homeland Security Academic Advisory Council, go to https://www.regulations.gov and search for ‘‘HSAAC’’ then select the notice dated March 3, 2014. One thirty-minute public comment period will be held during the meeting on March 19, 2014 after the conclusion of the presentation of draft PO 00000 Frm 00057 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 recommendations, but before the HSAAC deliberates. Speakers will be requested to limit their comments to three minutes. Contact the Office of Academic Engagement as indicated below to register as a speaker. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Lindsay Burton, Office of Academic Engagement/Mailstop 0440; Department of Homeland Security; 245 Murray Lane SW; Washington, DC 20528–0440, email: AcademicEngagement@ hq.dhs.gov, tel: 202–447–4686 and fax: 202–447–3713. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice of this meeting is given under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. Appendix. (Pub. L. 92–463). The HSAAC provides advice and recommendations to the Secretary and senior leadership on matters relating to student and recent graduate recruitment; international students; academic research; campus and community resiliency, security and preparedness; faculty exchanges; and cybersecurity. Agenda: The six HSAAC subcommittees (Student and Recent Graduate Recruitment, Homeland Security Academic Programs, Academic Research and Faculty Exchange, International Students, Campus Resilience, and Cybersecurity) will give progress reports and may present draft recommendations for action in response to the taskings issued by the Department. The full Council will review its progress to-date and DHS senior leadership will provide an update on the Department’s efforts in implementing the HSAAC’s approved recommendations. The meeting materials will be posted to the HSAAC Web site at: https:// www.dhs.gov/homeland-securityacademic-advisory-council-hsaac no later than March 17, 2014. 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[FR Doc No: 2014-04592]


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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

[DHS Docket No. ICEB-2014-0001]
RIN 1653-ZA06


Extension of Employment Authorization for Haitian F-1 
Nonimmigrant Students Experiencing Severe Economic Hardship as a Direct 
Result of the January 12, 2010 Earthquake in Haiti

AGENCY: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), DHS.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: This notice informs the public of the extension of an earlier 
notice, which suspended certain requirements for F-1 nonimmigrant 
students whose country of citizenship is Haiti and who are experiencing 
severe economic hardship as a direct result of the January 12, 2010 
earthquake in Haiti. This notice extends the effective date of that 
notice.

DATES: This notice is effective March 3, 2014 and will remain in effect 
until January 22, 2016.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Louis Farrell, Director, Student and 
Exchange Visitor Program; MS 5600, U.S. Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement; 500 12th Street SW., Washington, DC 20536-5600; (703) 603-
3400. This is not a toll-free number. Program information can be found 
at https://www.ice.gov/sevis/.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

What action is DHS taking under this notice?

    The Secretary of Homeland Security is exercising authority under 8 
CFR 214.2(f)(9) to extend the suspension of the applicability of 
certain requirements governing on-campus and off-campus employment for 
F-1 nonimmigrant students whose country of citizenship is Haiti and who 
are experiencing severe economic hardship as a direct result of the 
January 12, 2010 earthquake in Haiti. See 75 FR 56120 (Sept. 15, 2010). 
The original notice was effective from September 15, 2010 until July 
22, 2011. Subsequent notices provided for an 18-month extension from 
July 22, 2011 until January 22, 2013, and again from January 22, 2013 
until July 22, 2014. See 76 FR 28997 (May 19, 2011); 77 FR 59942 (Oct. 
1, 2012). Effective with this publication, suspension of the 
requirements is extended from July 22, 2014 until January 22, 2016.
    F-1 nonimmigrant students granted employment authorization through 
the notice will continue to be deemed to be engaged in a ``full course 
of study'' for the duration of their employment authorization, provided 
they satisfy the minimum course load requirement described in 75 FR 
56120. See 8 CFR 214.2(f)(6)(i)(F).

Who is covered under this action?

    This notice applies exclusively to F-1 nonimmigrant students whose 
country of citizenship is Haiti and who were lawfully present in the 
United States in F-1 nonimmigrant status on January 12, 2010 under 
section 101(a)(15)(F)(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), 
8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(15)(F)(i), and (1) are enrolled in an institution that 
is Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified for enrollment 
of F-1 students, (2) are currently maintaining F-1 status, and (3) are 
experiencing severe economic hardship as a direct result of the January 
12, 2010 earthquake in Haiti.
    This notice applies both to undergraduate and graduate students, as 
well as elementary school, middle school, and high school students. The 
notice, however, applies differently to elementary school, middle 
school, and high school students (see the discussion published in 75 FR 
56120, available at https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-09-15/pdf/2010-22929.pdf, in the question, ``Does this notice apply to elementary 
school, middle school, and high school students in F-1 status?'').
    F-1 students covered by this notice who transfer to other academic 
institutions that are SEVP-certified for enrollment of F-1 students 
remain eligible for the relief provided by means of this notice.

Why is DHS taking this action?

    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) took action to provide 
temporary relief to F-1 nonimmigrant students whose country of 
citizenship is Haiti and experienced severe economic hardship as a 
result of the January 12, 2010 earthquake. See 75 FR 56120. It enabled 
these F-1 students to obtain employment authorization, work an 
increased number of hours while school was in session, and reduce their 
course

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load, while continuing to maintain their F-1 student status.
    The January 12, 2010 earthquake caused extensive damage to Haiti's 
infrastructure, public health, agriculture, transportation, and 
educational facilities. Haiti continues to struggle with many people 
still displaced as a result of the earthquake. According to the 
International Organization for Migration, as of September 2013, 
approximately 172,000 individuals still remained in temporary camps. 
For these reasons, among others, Haiti continues to experience 
significant difficulties as the country strives to recover. F-1 
nonimmigrant students whose country of citizenship is Haiti may depend 
on money from relatives in Haiti who are themselves continuing to 
recover from the earthquake.
    The United States is committed to continuing to assist the people 
of Haiti. DHS is therefore extending this employment authorization for 
F-1 nonimmigrant students whose country of citizenship is Haiti and who 
continue to experience severe economic hardship as a result of the 
earthquake.

How do I apply for an employment authorization under the circumstances 
of this notice?

    F-1 nonimmigrant students whose country of citizenship is Haiti who 
were lawfully present in the United States on January 12, 2010 and are 
experiencing severe economic hardship as a result of the earthquake may 
apply for employment authorization under the guidelines described in 75 
FR 56120. This notice extends the time period during which such F-1 
students may seek employment authorization due to the earthquake. It 
does not impose any new or additional policies or procedures beyond 
those listed in the original notice. All interested F-1 students should 
follow the instructions listed in the original notice.

Jeh Charles Johnson,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2014-04592 Filed 2-28-14; 8:45 am]
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