The difference was that we applied around june and this time around we applied mostly in march for those with 8/17 expiration dates. That year I was expecting the worst. This year, however, we applied within the recommended time and we still haven't heard anything. That year, my renewal was accepted a month prior my expiration date. This year, I only have two weeks left. Thats why this is all BS from uscis.
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2nd Time Renewal Update: App sent-3/21/16 to AZ via USPS Delivered- 3/24/16 I-797 Notice Action Received- 3/26/16 G-1145 Notification -3/28 Date of Biometrics appt 4/11/16
AOS App 1/17/17 Bio 2/10 - Ead/AP - 4/28 Interview - 11/14 - Green card 11-25