If you’ve been following the recent announcements from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), you’ve probably seen the news about parole being suspended. For many families here in California, that update brought more questions than answers—especially for people who were hoping to reunite with family members.
At Maison Law Immigration Lawyers, we understand what the path forward looks like. Set up a one-on-one consultation today and let us help you.
Has DHS Really Suspended Parole?
On December 15, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a ruling that terminated family reunification parole (FRP) programs for immigrants and family members from:
- Cuba
- Colombia
- El Salvador
- Haiti
- Honduras
- Guatemala
But on January 24, 2026, a federal judge in Massachusetts countered that with an injunction that stayed parts of the initial order. This stopped DHS from ending parole and work authorizations that were already granted parole and were still in their original parole period. So basically, it puts parole on hold. But with everything in a holding pattern, it doesn’t make things any easier.
What Should I Do If I’m Trying to Bring a Family Member to California?
Family parole has long been one of the best options for bringing family members to live with you in California. But with everything put on hold, it raises a lot of questions about what you can do right now. Here’s a few practical steps you can take:
- Check your family member’s current status. This matters with things paused. If they’ve gotten a termination notice, they can ignore it for now, but once things pick back up, that’s going to come into play.
- Keep documentation in order. You and your family member are likely already doing this, but it’s helpful to keep track of their:
- Approval or termination notices for their parole.
- Any active family petitions.
- Passports, birth certificates, marriage certificates, and any other supporting docs.
- Any immigration filings they’ve made previously.
Keeping things organized and readily available can help you and your family member avoid delays and stay on top of the process if and when it picks back up.
- Look at other options. With FRP no longer available for new applicants, you can start looking at other ways you can bring your family member here, like:
- Family petitions (I‑130)
- Adjustment of status if they’re already in the U.S. legally
- Steps with their consulate if they’re in their home country.
Even though these options can take longer than FRP, they’re all you have available right now. And with things so up in the air, the best thing you can do is get guidance and support from our team at Maison Law Immigration Lawyers.
Maison Law Immigration Lawyers Help Families With Parole in California
When you’re trying to bring a family member to live with you in California, you have different options. But with the termination of FRP programs, one of the most straightforward options is no longer available. That could change in the future, but in the meantime, it’s worth reaching out to our team at Maison Law Immigration Lawyers.
We’ll look at your situation, explain what the path ahead might look like, and generally help you and your family come together. Set up a confidential, one-on-one consultation today.
