Employment terminated eventhough I have valid GC EAD

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jgm75

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Hi All,
Here is my situation.

I have GC EAD and my GC interview is over and waiting for my results.

I been contracted with a Govt agency for last 3 months through a company named ABC, they were looking for valid visa/working document and I provided them the GC EAD.

My H1B/I-94 is already expired and was working on companies based on GC EAD from 2020.

Any suggestions to help me provide them valid residency/work authorization requirements.

As per my understanding if I have GC EAD, I can work for any employer unless it is of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

Thanks,
James
 
What exactly did they say? If they ask you to complete or re-verify the I-9, you can provide any List A document or List B and List C document that you choose, and an EAD is a List A document.
 
They said I'm not providing any document showing my current residency status.

They asked me I-797A, I-94 (Both are expired for me)

They did not ask me to re-verify the I-9, but I provided the List A document EAD)

I provided them GC EAD and Driving license and I-485 Adjustment of Status document.

Some of my coworkers there are holding H1B visa and still working there.

It seems like my termination is mistake from their end.
 
Ask them on what basis they are asking you to provide "any document showing your current residency status". Tell them you have the documents to show work authorization for the I-9, which is the only thing you are required to provide. If they insist on not hiring EAD holders, I am not sure there is much you can do about it. Hopefully it's just a mistake in their department.
 
I cannot ask to them now as they already terminated my employment, I'm planning to file a case against this injustice.

by the way the company honors 'Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement'

I'm sure there are tons of people in I-485 pending status.
 
jgm75 said:
I cannot ask to them now as they already terminated my employment, I'm planning to file a case against this injustice.

by the way the company honors 'Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement'

I'm sure there are tons of people in I-485 pending status.
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One thing to keep in mind is that you cannot challenge it based on the citizenship status discrimination provisions in INA 274B (8 USC 1324b), because that law only prohibits citizenship status discrimination if it's against certain classes of "protected individuals", which it defines as US citizens, US nationals, permanent residents, temporary residents (an obsolete status from the 1986 amnesty), refugees, and asylees. Citizenship status discrimination against other people authorized to work, like H1b workers and EAD holders, doesn't count. If you file a claim under this provision, it will be denied.

I have seen some news in the past where EAD holders like DACA beneficiaries have tried to sue against employers who refuse to hire their class of people, where they have some legal theory to sue under a different section of law. I don't know if a court has ever ruled whether that is correct or not.
 
Thanks for the links, by the way it's strange/unfair to me as this company is allowing H1B's to work and not allowing GC EAD.
 
jgm75 said:
Hi All,
Here is my situation.

I have GC EAD and my GC interview is over and waiting for my results.

I been contracted with a Govt agency for last 3 months through a company named ABC, they were looking for valid visa/working document and I provided them the GC EAD.

My H1B/I-94 is already expired and was working on companies based on GC EAD from 2020.

Any suggestions to help me provide them valid residency/work authorization requirements.

As per my understanding if I have GC EAD Foreigners job Employment Agency in Calgary, I can work for any employer unless it is of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

Thanks,
James
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Since you've already provided your GC EAD to the contracting company ABC, you should be covered to work for them legally. The GC EAD allows you to work for any employer, as you mentioned, and it serves as proof of your authorization to work in the United States.

However, if the government agency you're contracted with is asking for further documentation or clarification, it might be best to reach out to them directly to explain your situation. You can provide them with a copy of your GC EAD and explain that it allows you to work legally in the country.

Additionally, if you're concerned about any specific requirements or regulations related to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), you could consult with a legal expert or an immigration attorney who can provide guidance tailored to your situation.

Overall, communication and transparency with both the contracting company and the government agency are key to resolving any concerns and ensuring that your work authorization is understood and accepted.
 
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