For those who are waiting extra long for renewal:
1. If you havent committed disqualifying crime during last 2 years, dont worry. You will be approved.
2. Contact your congressmans immigration specialist before your expiration. Keep in touch with that specialist. Follow up. This is your best bet to get approved.
3. Service requests and ombudsman seem to be waste of time.
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Expired: 07/21/2022
Renewal submitted: 07/08/2023
Approved: 11/27/2023