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Statement by Deputy Press Secretary Matt Chandler
“The court’s decision to enjoin most of SB1070 correctly affirms the federal government’s responsibilities in enforcing our nation's immigration laws"

President Obama and others speak at an event commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

President Obama on 20th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act
President announces new rules to prohibit disability-based discrimination

Secretary Clinton (Dpto. State image)

Secretary Clinton on 20th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act
Says inclusion of persons with disabilities is central in U.S. policy

Attorney General Eric Holder told African Union leaders that the United States wants to be Africa's partner, not its patron.(AP image)

U.S. Attorney General Holder at African Union Summit in Kampala
Holder cites partnerships, growing importance of African Union

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President Obama at Signing Ceremony for Financial Reform Bill
Legislation enacts biggest reform of U.S. system since Great Depression

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Graduating students pose with USINT representatives after receiving their Certificates of Participation. July 19, 2010

USINT congratulates students upon completion of “Communications” course.
Seven students honed their reading and writing skills during the six-week distance learning course, which is offered by the Centro Virtual Massociedad, an online learning initiative co-founded by the Monterrey Technology Institute, the Business Foundation of Mexico (FUNDAMEX, by its Spanish initials) and Microsoft.

USINT volunteers sold chili, popcorn and cookies to raise funds for disaster relief in Haiti and Chile. June 5, 2010.(State Dpto. image)

USINT Joins Diplomatic Missions in Fundraiser for Haiti, Chile
International food fair and silent auction raises over US$6200 for earthquake relief efforts in Haiti and Chile.

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As part of its activities to commemorate U.S. Independence Day
The US Interests Section (USINT) hosted a presentation on the historical importance of the celebration.

Gloria Rolando (State Dpto. image)

USINT hosts screening and discussion of Cuban director Gloria Rolando’s latest film: 1912: Voces para un Silencio (Breaking the Silence).
On Thursday, June 24 2010 an audience including film industry representatives, authors, cultural figures and diplomats gathered at the residence of USINT Public Affairs Officer, Gloria Berbena, for a screening of Cuban director Gloria Rolando’s latest documentary, entitled “1912: Voces para un Silencio” (Breaking the Silence).

Nonimmigrant Visa Fees

Revised Schedule of Nonimmigrant Visa Fees
On June 4, 2010, the Department of State increased the Machine-Readable Visa (MRV) and Border Crossing Card (BCC) application fees to ensure sufficient resources to meet the increasing cost of processing nonimmigrant visas (NIVs)...