A Cuban mother with an I-220A has expressed her gratitude to Cuban-American Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar after receiving a hopeful phone call regarding her quest to achieve legal residency status in the United States. "I was looking at my phone and suddenly received a call from Miami. When I answered, it was from the office of María Elvira Salazar," said the young woman, known on TikTok as Anyi la Cubanita.
Previously, this Cuban woman had filled out a form that is part of a database Salazar is compiling to present cases to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). She shared details of her conversation, recounting the experiences she faced upon entering the United States through the border.
Through tears but with hope in her voice, the young woman advised those in similar situations not to lose faith. "Do not stop filling out your I-220A form that María Elvira Salazar is requesting. They say that in unity there is strength," she urged.
The I-220A form (Order of Release on Recognizance) has left many in a state of immigration uncertainty. The Cuban exile community in the United States and migrants with the I-220A form have organized caravans and protests, demanding clarity on their immigration status and the possibility of applying for U.S. residency under the Cuban Adjustment Act.
Recently, Salazar sent a message stating that she continues to work to ensure that thousands of individuals can apply for permanent residency through the Cuban Adjustment Act, and hinted at "new developments in September." "I am very aware of your problems, and in September I will reach out to you again so that together we can make different maneuvers to see if the Department of Homeland Security and immigration authorities in this country understand that Cubans with the I-220A have a path to citizenship called the Cuban Adjustment Act," she emphasized.
Understanding the I-220A and the Cuban Adjustment Act
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers to help understand the implications and processes related to the I-220A form and the Cuban Adjustment Act.
What is the I-220A form?
The I-220A form, or Order of Release on Recognizance, is a document issued to certain immigrants, allowing them to be released from detention while their immigration cases are processed. However, it often leaves recipients in a state of uncertainty regarding their long-term status.
What is the Cuban Adjustment Act?
The Cuban Adjustment Act, enacted in 1966, allows Cuban nationals who have been admitted or paroled into the United States to apply for permanent residency after one year of being physically present in the country.
How is Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar assisting those with I-220A?
Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar is advocating for individuals with the I-220A form by compiling their cases into a database and presenting them to the Department of Homeland Security. She aims to help these individuals secure a path to permanent residency under the Cuban Adjustment Act.