dismissed EB-2 NIW Case: Environmental Engineering
Decision Summary
The motion to reconsider a previously dismissed appeal was dismissed. The AAO affirmed its prior decision that the petitioner's proposed endeavor, which he characterized as a school for bodyboarding and environmental awareness and later as coastal restoration, failed to demonstrate the required 'national importance' under the Dhanasar framework. The petitioner did not establish that the prior decision was based on an incorrect application of law or policy, and attempting to materially change the proposed endeavor on motion is not permitted.
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