Immigration law determines whether a person is an alien, the rights, duties, and obligations associated with being an alien in the United States, and how aliens gain residence or citizenship within the United States. It also provides the means by which certain aliens can become legally naturalized citizens with full rights of citizenship. Immigration law serves as a gatekeeper for the border of the nation, determining who may enter, how long they may stay, and when they must leave. Immigration lawyers represent persons seeking temporary and permanent residency (green cards) status in the U.S., those interested in obtaining U.S. citizenship through a process called naturalization, and clients facing deportation and removal. Immigration attorneys may also represent businesses seeking to secure temporary visa status for foreign employees.
Iola is a city in Grimes County, Texas, United States. It is about 23 miles (37 km) from Anderson and just over 30 miles (48 km) from Navasota. It has a population of approximately 350. On November 6, 2007, it became the fifth incorporated city in Grimes County after a residential vote. The Iola Independent School District has two campuses - Iola High School (Grades 7-12) and Iola Elementary School (Grades PK-6). NBA player Chris Andersen is from Iola and went to Iola High School. Hometown of J.J. Sajewski former leader of the Fighting Texas Aggie Infantry Band. Home of Yvonne Costello, Police Communications Coordinator, and Sgt. Edward Costello IV, of Texas A&M University. Also, the home of the 2000 Bulldog Heart Award winner, Cody "Spills" Crenshaw.