H-4 EAD NOT Cancelled — But THIS Rule Change Is Already Hurting Workers (2026 Update)

Описание: Is the H-4 EAD really cancelled? NO — but a major rule change that took effect on October 30, 2025 is already affecting thousands of H-1B spouses right now, and almost no one is explaining it clearly. In this video, we fact-check the viral "H-4 EAD Cancelled" headlines, break down the real DHS regulatory agenda item (RIN 1615-AD14), explain the history of the 2017 attempt to end this program, and detail exactly what changed with H-4 EAD renewal extensions in late 2025 — plus what you should do right now if your card is close to expiring.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Is H-4 EAD really cancelled?
0:08 The claim vs the actual facts
1:30 History repeats: the 2017 attempt
3:15 What ACTUALLY changed (Oct 30, 2025 rule)
5:30 The ongoing lawsuit
7:00 Who this affects — the real numbers
8:30 What you should do right now
10:00 Final summary

📌 KEY FACTS COVERED
DHS regulatory agenda item RIN 1615-AD14 — status and what it really means
Why this is NOT an active proposed rule yet
The Oct 30, 2025 Interim Final Rule (90 FR 48805) eliminating automatic 540-day EAD extensions
Active federal lawsuit challenging this rule (filed Jan 2026)
Save Jobs USA v. DHS legal history
Current H-4 EAD processing times and backlog numbers

⚠️ This video is for general information only and is not legal advice. Immigration rules change quickly — always confirm your specific situation with a licensed immigration attorney.

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