Immigration Law
Overview of Temporary Protection for Undocumented Migrants
Federal law provides that all aliens attempting to enter the United States must do so pursuant to the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). The INA allows for the admission of 1) immigrants, who are admitted to the United States permanently, and 2) nonimmigrants, who are admitted for temporary durations and specific purposes (e.g., students, tourists, temporary workers or business travelers). …