If your student grew up in Colorado but lacks lawful immigration status, the ASSET law opens real, affordable college options close to home. Below is a practical, accurate guide to what ASSET is, who qualifies, what it pays for, and how to use it. What is ASSET? ASSET (Advancing Students for a Stronger Economy Tomorrow) is Colorado law that lets eligible undocumented students pay in-state tuition at public colleges and universities. It also works alongside other state programs so students can receive the College Opportunity Fund (COF) stipend and state financial aid if they meet need-based criteria. What changed recently?…
01Oct
In tandem with the broader visa freeze, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced a new policy aimed at revoking visas held by certain Chinese nationals, including those from Hong Kong.…
13 Jun
In a separate development that could impact employers nationwide, the Department of Justice has significantly expanded its corporate whistleblower program. The updated initiative aims to identify and prosecute immigration-related violations,…
11 Jun
In a major development affecting international students, the U.S. Department of State has paused all new visa interview appointments for individuals applying for student (F and M) and exchange visitor…
09 Jun
In a 7–2 decision on May 30, 2025, the Supreme Court upheld the Trump administration’s authority to end a humanitarian parole program that provided temporary protections for nationals from Cuba,…
06 Jun
In recent weeks, the Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA), which represents the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in immigration court, has begun filing motions to recalendar cases that…
28 May
By Joseph & Hall P.C. Leaked documents obtained by news outlets reveal that the U.S. State Department has issued new guidance on visa adjudications as part of implementing Executive Order…
17 May
By Joseph & Hall P.C. Despite an overall tightening of refugee admissions, the current administration has approved the resettlement of 54 Afrikaner individuals from South Africa. The group, composed primarily…
16 May
By Joseph & Hall P.C. As of May 7, 2025, all travelers at TSA airport checkpoints must present REAL ID-compliant identification in order to board domestic flights. The Department of…
15 May
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