Following several short-term extensions, the most recent court-ordered extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti and certain related Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) ended July 27, 2026.

Because the applicable dates and requirements have changed several times — and federal action may result in further changes — employers should not rely on earlier announcements when evaluating an employee’s current authorization to work. Some employees may have another immigration status or an independent basis for employment authorization.

What Employers Should Do

Employers with workers who may be affected should:

• Review the latest guidance from USCIS, E-Verify, and Form I-9 Central
• Identify employees whose work authorization may be based on Haitian TPS
• Carefully review the expiration dates and category codes on relevant EADs
• Confirm whether any previously announced automatic or court-ordered extension applies
• Avoid making employment decisions based on outdated guidance
• Consult qualified immigration counsel regarding individual circumstances and Form I-9 compliance

Employers should also consider contingency staffing plans in case changes to TPS-related employment authorization disrupt workforce availability. This is particularly important for Florida’s home care providers, given the industry’s existing workforce shortages and the number of Haitian professionals serving patients and families across the state.

Workforce Impact and Media Interest

According to the Florida Immigrant Coalition, as reported by CBS News, approximately 158,000 Haitian TPS holders live in Florida, including an estimated 113,000 who work in health care. Available data do not indicate how many are employed specifically in home care.

HCAF is receiving inquiries from state, local, and national news organizations seeking providers willing to discuss how the expiration is affecting, or could affect:

• Workforce availability
• Continuity of care
• Patients’ access to services

Participation is entirely voluntary. HCAF can arrange an initial telephone or virtual conversation without immediately disclosing a provider’s direct contact information. Providers may request anonymity or limits on attribution, but the reporter must agree to those terms before an interview; HCAF cannot independently guarantee anonymity.

If you are willing to share your organization’s experience — or would like more information before deciding—please contact Senior Director of Policy, Advocacy & Communications Kyle Simon at ksimon@homecarefla.org as soon as possible.

Expressing interest does not commit you to an interview. HCAF will speak with you privately before making any introduction.

HCAF is grateful to Littler attorneys Joshua Vaughn, Esq., and Natalie Storch, Esq., who presented employment law updates at HomeCareCon 2026, and to Bruce Buchanan, Esq., for their continued expertise and guidance.

HCAF will continue monitoring federal developments and sharing verified information with Florida’s home care provider community as it becomes available.