2. DEFINITIONS:
A. Sponsored Noncitizen: is a person lawfully admitted for permanent residence to the U.S. for whom a person (the sponsor) has executed an affidavit of support (USCIS Form I-864 or I-864A)
B. Sponsor: A person or organization signing an affidavit or document on behalf of the noncitizen as a condition of entry.
C. Date of Entry or Admission: The date established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as the date the noncitizen was admitted for permanent residence.