On September 21, 2023, the Biden Administration announced an 18-month extension and expansion of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans who came to the U.S. prior to July 31, 2023, due to unsafe conditions in Venezuela.  Temporary Protected Status provides temporary legal status in the U.S. and work authorization for those who meet certain criteria.  The administration will be publishing an official announcement in the Federal Register with further details.