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U.S. Embassy in Israel Suspends Routine Visa Processing Amid Security Concerns
Washington State Senate Advances Immigrant Workers Protection Act
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U.S. permits voluntary departure of non-essential employees at missions in Israel amid rising security risk
The State Department has allowed non-essential U.S. government employees and their families in Israel to depart voluntarily because of rising security concerns. Core consular services remain open, but travellers may face longer wait times and heightened security. Companies with U.S. personnel in Israel should review contingency plans and enrol staff in STEP.
Nebraska’s Sarpy County to open on a Saturday for walk-in passport processing
Sarpy County, NE, will host a one-off Saturday passport session on 14 March to serve first-time and child applicants, expanding access for residents who work weekday hours. The move complements the State Department’s broader push to shorten passport wait times before the summer travel rush.