USCIS Strategic Plan, 2008-2012

摘要

This strategic plan emphasizes USCIS progress from its original role as a new component of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to our present standing as a progressive and respected contributor to a coordinated homeland security effort. The United States has a long history of welcoming immigrants from across the globe. Through the years, there have been ebbs and flows in immigration levels, with some eras described as great waves of immigration. Currently, the United States is again experiencing high levels of immigration. Increasing immigration affects the population, demographics, and economy of the United States. It also requires a coordinated federal, state, local, and community-based response to settlement and integration issues. Increases in immigration directly impact workload for USCIS, because of our responsibility for the management of immigration and citizenship benefits.