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What's DHS have to do with it? They're not the primary body on immigration and work visas, are they?

They are (USCIS is part of DHS). The INS was dissolved in 2003.

Geez. One more thing they screwed up.

DHS: 17-Month Extension of Optional Practical Training for Certain Highly Skilled Foreign Students http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1207334008610.shtm