ray of hope in case of h1 denials

[pharmacist2005]

I came accross this news from www.immigration-law.com web site.... this gives hope to people who are waiting for the h1 denial appeals to get resolved............


08/25/2006: State Department Formalizes into a Regulation its Recently Released Policy on Swift Review Procedure for Denials of Nonimmigrant Visas
This regulation which is released today provides that: Nonimmigrant refusals must be reviewed, in accordance with guidance by the Secretary of State, by consular supervisors, or a designated alternate, to ensure compliance with laws and procedures. If the ground(s) of ineligibility upon which the visa was refused cannot be overcome by the presentation of additional evidence, the refusal must be reviewed without delay; that is, on the day of the refusal or as soon as it is administratively possible. If the ground(s) of ineligibility may be overcome by the presentation of additional evidence, and the applicant has indicated the intention to submit such evidence, a review of the refusal may be deferred for not more than 120 days. If the reviewing officer disagrees with the decision and he or she has a consular commission and title, the reviewing officer can assume responsibility and readjudicate the case. If the reviewing officer does not have a consular commission and title, he or she must consult with the adjudicating officer, or with the Visa Office, to resolve any disagreement.


best of luck