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EB-1AEB-1A · MembershipNot established
Case facts
Computer Science / AI
Issue evaluated
EB-1A · Membership
membership in associations requiring outstanding achievements
Why AAO was not persuaded
AAO reversed the Director's finding and concluded that IEEE senior membership does not qualify because the evidence did not show that panel members are nationally or internationally recognized experts, and the requirements for senior membership (productivity and length of experience) do not rise to the level of 'outstanding achievements.' The new evidence on this second motion still did not establish these requirements.
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AAO reversed the Director's finding and concluded that IEEE senior membership does not qualify because the evidence did not show that panel members are nationally or internationally recognized experts, and the requirements for senior membership (productivity and length of experience) do not rise to the level of 'outstanding achievements.' The new evidence on this second motion still did not establish these requirements.
Exact record locator: findings_long.parquet filename_stem=2022-05-26_01_B2203; source_row=29418 Revision: 081d2cac29dcadfec88fdd675d7a0c4294d72b3c
AAO found the salary evidence insufficient because the O-NET and CareerOneStop data is for the broad category 'Computer Occupations, All Other,' which encompasses occupations with widely varying characteristics and mostly non-managerial roles, making the median figures likely lower than for the Petitioner's specific occupation.…
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AAO found the salary evidence insufficient because the O-NET and CareerOneStop data is for the broad category 'Computer Occupations, All Other,' which encompasses occupations with widely varying characteristics and mostly non-managerial roles, making the median figures likely lower than for the Petitioner's specific occupation. Additionally, the Petitioner compared median figures not to his base salary but to his total projected compensation including a non-guaranteed bonus.
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The record includes evidence showing the Petitioner has performed his music in various events and venues, satisfying the display of work at artistic exhibitions or showcases criterion.
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The record includes evidence showing the Petitioner has performed his music in various events and venues, satisfying the display of work at artistic exhibitions or showcases criterion.
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EB-1AEB-1A · Published materialEstablishedAutomated extraction · broader context
Case facts
Other
Issue evaluated
EB-1A · Published material
published material
Why the evidence was persuasive
The record includes an article published on Billboard.com that discusses the Petitioner and his music, and the evidence confirms the website qualifies as a major trade publication or other major media.
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The record includes an article published on Billboard.com that discusses the Petitioner and his music, and the evidence confirms the website qualifies as a major trade publication or other major media.
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NIWNIW · Waiver on balanceReservedAutomated extraction · broader context
Case facts
Other
Issue evaluated
NIW · Waiver on balance
on balance, beneficial to waive job offer requirement
What the decision said
The AAO explicitly declined to reach the third prong because the Petitioner failed the first prong and further analysis would serve no meaningful purpose.
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The AAO explicitly declined to reach the third prong because the Petitioner failed the first prong and further analysis would serve no meaningful purpose.
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NIWNIW · Well positionedReservedAutomated extraction · broader context
Case facts
Other
Issue evaluated
NIW · Well positioned
well positioned to advance the proposed endeavor
What the decision said
The AAO explicitly declined to reach the second prong because the Petitioner failed the first prong and further analysis would serve no meaningful purpose.
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The AAO explicitly declined to reach the second prong because the Petitioner failed the first prong and further analysis would serve no meaningful purpose.
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AAO found the Petitioner's vague description of his research activities, his provision of individual patient care, and his proposed small regional mobile therapy company all failed to demonstrate national importance. The COVID-19 proclamation argument was rejected as his proposed endeavor was never specifically the treatment of COVID-19 patients. The regional business plan showed no significant potential to employ U.S.…
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AAO found the Petitioner's vague description of his research activities, his provision of individual patient care, and his proposed small regional mobile therapy company all failed to demonstrate national importance. The COVID-19 proclamation argument was rejected as his proposed endeavor was never specifically the treatment of COVID-19 patients. The regional business plan showed no significant potential to employ U.S. workers or generate substantial positive economic effects at the national level.
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