Macaca
08-26 09:29 PM
Op-Chart: A New, Improved Congress? (http://www.nytimes.com/2007/08/26/opinion/26mann.html) By THOMAS E. MANN, MOLLY REYNOLDS, and PETER HOEY | New York Times, August 26, 2007
Thomas E. Mann is a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution and the co-author of �The Broken Branch.� Molly Reynolds is a research assistant at Brookings. Peter Hoey is an illustrator in Arcata, Calif.
JUST before Congress adjourned for its August recess, Democrats engaged in a flurry of legislative activity, while Republicans complained about a �do-nothing� Congress�s meager policy accomplishments. Deep partisan differences, narrow majorities and a Republican in the White House have frustrated Democratic ambitions and fueled a toxic atmosphere in both chambers of Congress. The public�s low approval ratings reflect broad discontent with the direction of the country but also displeasure with Congress for failing to reverse course on Iraq and for continuing the bitter partisan warfare.
But has this really been a do-nothing Congress? The circumstances are similar to those in 1995, when a new Republican majority in both houses took office under a Democratic president. So perhaps the best question to ask is, how is this 110th Congress doing compared with the 104th Congress, in 1995?
Both new majorities began by spending more time in session, holding more committee meetings and roll call votes, and passing more substantive measures than the Congress before them had. At the same time, in both cases, the number of bills signed into law by the president from January to August dropped.
Still, the Democratic Congress�s legislative harvest this year has been bountiful compared with that of its Republican counterpart in 1995. Back then, the Republicans� Contract With America was stymied by opposition from the Senate and the president. The new Congress has enacted a far-reaching lobbying and ethics reform bill, an increase in the minimum wage, recommendations of the 9/11 Commission, foreign investment rules and a competitiveness package, and has embedded a number of major initiatives and new priorities in continuing and supplemental spending bills. Democrats also made headway on energy, children�s health insurance, college student loans, Head Start, drug safety and a farm bill � though much of this awaits action in the Senate or in conference and faces a possible veto.
During the first seven months of 1995, Congressional oversight of the executive branch increased modestly in the Senate but not at all in the House. But this year Congress, especially the House, has intensified its oversight, following years of inattention and deference by its Republican predecessor.
Democratic promises to restore civility and regular parliamentary procedure by allowing the minority party a larger role in deliberations have foundered. The number of restrictive rules for debate has increased, and the conference process has been short-circuited on various occasions.
In the Senate, Republicans have made the filibuster, or the threat of filibuster, routine, setting a 60-vote hurdle for all contested legislative matters. This has led Harry Reid of Nevada, the majority leader, to file many more petitions for cloture than Bob Dole, his counterpart in 1995, did.
The chart below shows what the 110th Congress accomplished before it closed for its August recess, compared with its immediate predecessor and with the Republican Congress that took office in 1995.
Thomas E. Mann is a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution and the co-author of �The Broken Branch.� Molly Reynolds is a research assistant at Brookings. Peter Hoey is an illustrator in Arcata, Calif.
JUST before Congress adjourned for its August recess, Democrats engaged in a flurry of legislative activity, while Republicans complained about a �do-nothing� Congress�s meager policy accomplishments. Deep partisan differences, narrow majorities and a Republican in the White House have frustrated Democratic ambitions and fueled a toxic atmosphere in both chambers of Congress. The public�s low approval ratings reflect broad discontent with the direction of the country but also displeasure with Congress for failing to reverse course on Iraq and for continuing the bitter partisan warfare.
But has this really been a do-nothing Congress? The circumstances are similar to those in 1995, when a new Republican majority in both houses took office under a Democratic president. So perhaps the best question to ask is, how is this 110th Congress doing compared with the 104th Congress, in 1995?
Both new majorities began by spending more time in session, holding more committee meetings and roll call votes, and passing more substantive measures than the Congress before them had. At the same time, in both cases, the number of bills signed into law by the president from January to August dropped.
Still, the Democratic Congress�s legislative harvest this year has been bountiful compared with that of its Republican counterpart in 1995. Back then, the Republicans� Contract With America was stymied by opposition from the Senate and the president. The new Congress has enacted a far-reaching lobbying and ethics reform bill, an increase in the minimum wage, recommendations of the 9/11 Commission, foreign investment rules and a competitiveness package, and has embedded a number of major initiatives and new priorities in continuing and supplemental spending bills. Democrats also made headway on energy, children�s health insurance, college student loans, Head Start, drug safety and a farm bill � though much of this awaits action in the Senate or in conference and faces a possible veto.
During the first seven months of 1995, Congressional oversight of the executive branch increased modestly in the Senate but not at all in the House. But this year Congress, especially the House, has intensified its oversight, following years of inattention and deference by its Republican predecessor.
Democratic promises to restore civility and regular parliamentary procedure by allowing the minority party a larger role in deliberations have foundered. The number of restrictive rules for debate has increased, and the conference process has been short-circuited on various occasions.
In the Senate, Republicans have made the filibuster, or the threat of filibuster, routine, setting a 60-vote hurdle for all contested legislative matters. This has led Harry Reid of Nevada, the majority leader, to file many more petitions for cloture than Bob Dole, his counterpart in 1995, did.
The chart below shows what the 110th Congress accomplished before it closed for its August recess, compared with its immediate predecessor and with the Republican Congress that took office in 1995.
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paulinasmith
08-05 12:18 AM
Hi,
Normally for non auditted PERM cases only employer can check the status.
Try : Welcome to the iCERT Portal (http://icert.doleta.gov/)
icert case status check on the above link
Cheers
Normally for non auditted PERM cases only employer can check the status.
Try : Welcome to the iCERT Portal (http://icert.doleta.gov/)
icert case status check on the above link
Cheers
simpleguy
07-24 11:23 AM
Hi,
My PD is Dec-04 and I-485 filing date is Sept-07.
I changed my job in Aug-2008 and discontinued my H1B which is expired in Sept-2008. Now my only legal status is 'adjustment of status from H1B to Permanent Resident'. I think this is very common state most of the people waiting looong for GC fall into.
Now, I saw one of my friend's i-485 denied (with NO option to reopen!) bcoz an approved I-140 was not attached to this application. I agree that this is not simple mistake for USCIS can ignore, but there is always a 'very very remote' possibility that every application can be quetioned due to some flows in the filing.
Here is my question: Since I discontinued my H1B status and I am still in this country, can I apply for a fresh H1B? I am thinking because H1B quota is still open this year and to face any unexpected reason for 485 denial!
thanks in advance!
- simpleguy
My PD is Dec-04 and I-485 filing date is Sept-07.
I changed my job in Aug-2008 and discontinued my H1B which is expired in Sept-2008. Now my only legal status is 'adjustment of status from H1B to Permanent Resident'. I think this is very common state most of the people waiting looong for GC fall into.
Now, I saw one of my friend's i-485 denied (with NO option to reopen!) bcoz an approved I-140 was not attached to this application. I agree that this is not simple mistake for USCIS can ignore, but there is always a 'very very remote' possibility that every application can be quetioned due to some flows in the filing.
Here is my question: Since I discontinued my H1B status and I am still in this country, can I apply for a fresh H1B? I am thinking because H1B quota is still open this year and to face any unexpected reason for 485 denial!
thanks in advance!
- simpleguy
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gemini23
07-03 09:48 AM
Now that USCIS has dropped bomb by announcing the revised bulletin, do you think now they will be able to bring back the premium processing for I-140? or still they dont have time to "ensure" processing in 15 days.
Guys, what is your take on this.
Guys, what is your take on this.
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kisana
01-30 09:03 PM
Hi,
Currently I am working for employer A on H1B. I have applied for I-485 and have EAD. I have one permanent opprtunity from a consulting firms B. Compnay B is asking me to join on EAD. But threir current client is in Canada. So compnay B want me to travel to Canada, every week, retun back to US in week end. Can I do this while working on EAD. I am just worried wether it will cause any problem. They told that that is the reason they do not want to do H1B.
Currently I am working for employer A on H1B. I have applied for I-485 and have EAD. I have one permanent opprtunity from a consulting firms B. Compnay B is asking me to join on EAD. But threir current client is in Canada. So compnay B want me to travel to Canada, every week, retun back to US in week end. Can I do this while working on EAD. I am just worried wether it will cause any problem. They told that that is the reason they do not want to do H1B.
johnmtb
07-29 11:02 AM
Dear All,
I followed the instructions and clicked where indicated and the programme ran and produced �I�m all GUI inside�. However, instead of the neat rounded corners, I only saw square corners.
I am trying to design my programmes using rounded corners, which is why I read the tutorial and downloaded Expression Blend 4.
Please advise,
Regards,
john
I followed the instructions and clicked where indicated and the programme ran and produced �I�m all GUI inside�. However, instead of the neat rounded corners, I only saw square corners.
I am trying to design my programmes using rounded corners, which is why I read the tutorial and downloaded Expression Blend 4.
Please advise,
Regards,
john
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puskeygadha
12-08 05:36 AM
Lawyer did not give me case number saying that..since it is property of
company I cannot have it...is there a way to steal it
company I cannot have it...is there a way to steal it
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immigvoic
06-16 07:33 AM
Hi,
My current status is
I currently work for Company A (on H1B) and Company B is processing my GC (EB2, I140 approved; I485 in process) .
This month, I found a new job with Company C which I have to join on EAD (they don't do H1Bs). Also, in this month's bulletin, my PD became current. I had a few concerns/questions
1) Could the change in employment trigger any flags since I am changing companies and this is a future employment GC case (though its almost 3 years since the I-485 was filed)
2) What do you suggest I do since its so close? I waited all this time just not to complicate things (and remain on H1) but then as soon as have to start work on EAD, the date also becomes current (which I am definitely very happy about ) but now since both these events are so close, I am not sure what to do.
3) What other things are there to keep in mind in case of a future employment case?
Thanks for all the help,
My current status is
I currently work for Company A (on H1B) and Company B is processing my GC (EB2, I140 approved; I485 in process) .
This month, I found a new job with Company C which I have to join on EAD (they don't do H1Bs). Also, in this month's bulletin, my PD became current. I had a few concerns/questions
1) Could the change in employment trigger any flags since I am changing companies and this is a future employment GC case (though its almost 3 years since the I-485 was filed)
2) What do you suggest I do since its so close? I waited all this time just not to complicate things (and remain on H1) but then as soon as have to start work on EAD, the date also becomes current (which I am definitely very happy about ) but now since both these events are so close, I am not sure what to do.
3) What other things are there to keep in mind in case of a future employment case?
Thanks for all the help,
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myimmiv
12-17 02:10 PM
My wife will be coming back in April 2nd week through Denver. CO POE. Her AP is valid until June 3rd week.
My question is that is 2 months of AP validity / cushion enough or safe to enter the US.
Will she get a 1 year I-94 validity from the date of entry or only until her AP expires?
This question has also been posted in the member forum and I have posted it here to get advice from the eminent lawyers from a legal standpoint.
Thanks in advance for all your time.
My question is that is 2 months of AP validity / cushion enough or safe to enter the US.
Will she get a 1 year I-94 validity from the date of entry or only until her AP expires?
This question has also been posted in the member forum and I have posted it here to get advice from the eminent lawyers from a legal standpoint.
Thanks in advance for all your time.
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sagar_nyc
01-08 05:00 PM
Guys,
I think many of us would be in this situation. I am using my EAD for work and last year used AP to enter US. Parole Officer Stamped one year of validity date on my I-94 that is paroled until March 2009. Now I have new EAD which is valid for two years 2010 and New AP Dec' 2009 for one year of travel. My understanding was your date on I-94 indicates your legal status. So what would happen to my status once i stay after March 2009? I am planning to travel to India in June 2009.
Appreciate any help
I think many of us would be in this situation. I am using my EAD for work and last year used AP to enter US. Parole Officer Stamped one year of validity date on my I-94 that is paroled until March 2009. Now I have new EAD which is valid for two years 2010 and New AP Dec' 2009 for one year of travel. My understanding was your date on I-94 indicates your legal status. So what would happen to my status once i stay after March 2009? I am planning to travel to India in June 2009.
Appreciate any help
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gc_chahiye
08-15 04:54 AM
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Duplicate thread of this one:
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neel_gump
07-07 11:11 AM
Form AR-11 asks for the date my stay in the United States will expire. What date should I use? Currently, I am on working on EAD (I-485 pending) and last entered US on AP.
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gckalafda
03-27 10:07 AM
I have question , How long it will take after submitting the evidence . I have received RFE on Jan 15 and submitted 03/25/2008 and I have seen LUD 03/27/2008 .
How long they will take time to decide the case?
Appriciate if you can reply me.
How long they will take time to decide the case?
Appriciate if you can reply me.
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NIW_Engineer
03-23 02:03 PM
I think if she didn't indicate that she intended to do CP in her I-140, but rather indicated she intended to do AOS in the US, then it will be a pain in the neck to switch to CP
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freddyCR
January 6th, 2005, 08:13 AM
I shot this pic in the backside of the medieval Torres de Serranos in Valencia. I quite like the symmetry. What do you think?
http://www.dphoto.us/forumphotos/data/500/2555doors-1_Medium_.jpg
http://www.dphoto.us/forumphotos/data/500/2555doors-1_Medium_.jpg
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Blog Feeds
11-30 03:21 AM
From UPI: U.S. Latinos, feeling neglected by both parties, are discussing forming an independent "Tequila Party" force, leaders say. "I don't know if it's going to happen, but there's talk," Fernando Romero, president of Nevada's Hispanics in Politics, told the Las Vegas Sun. "There's discussion about empowerment of the Latino vote." The idea, being debated in Nevada and around the country, stems from frustration over the Democrats' inaction on immigration reform and feelings of being taken for granted. While I wouldn't put too much credence in this happening any time soon, it does raise the point that Latinos expect more...
More... (http://blogs.ilw.com/gregsiskind/2010/11/warning-to-dems-latinos-could-form-new-political-party.html)
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.Matt
05-27 11:55 PM
Yup.. one of my first images :p:
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sweet_jungle
07-19 05:02 PM
I am working on OPT and my spouse is filing AOS/EAD/AP. What happens till it is approved? Can I work?
yes, you can work on OPT till EAD comes. Once EAD comes, just file a new I-9 with EAD and continue working.
Remember, in OPT, you do not have to pay social security tax. Once you switch to EAD, you have to pay social security tax.
yes, you can work on OPT till EAD comes. Once EAD comes, just file a new I-9 with EAD and continue working.
Remember, in OPT, you do not have to pay social security tax. Once you switch to EAD, you have to pay social security tax.
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sundarraj_us
03-26 03:39 PM
Great job, keep it up. :)
crystal
08-27 04:24 PM
I guess that is also H1B as H1B for non-profit organizations does not fall under yearly quota .they can get H1B anytime , so no need to wait til Oct.
ndbhatt
07-28 03:10 PM
I-140 PP is suspended till further notice.
