Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Drilling Engineering (2023): the motion to reconsider was dismissed because the
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Decision Summary
The motion to reconsider was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the previous decision incorrectly applied the law. The AAO affirmed its prior finding that the petitioner did not establish the 'national importance' of his proposed endeavor, as required by the Dhanasar framework, failing to show his work would have broader implications beyond the specific organizations that would employ him.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Waiver Is Beneficial To The United States
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