How did the most recent H-1B debate begin? - CBS News
1 day ago · The U.S. caps the number of H-1B visas at 65,000 new visas each year, although an additional 20,000 can be granted for those with a master's degree or higher, USCIS says.
DHS Strengthens H-1B Program, Allowing U.S. Employers to More …
Dec 17, 2024 · To improve program efficiency, the final rule will allow USCIS to more quickly process applications for most individuals who had previously been approved for an H1B visa. It will also allow H1B beneficiaries with a controlling interest in the petitioning organization to be eligible for H-1B status subject to reasonable conditions.
H-1B Visas: Immigration Policy Dividing Trump, Elon Musk And …
1 day ago · The H-1B visas given out to specialized employees—particularly in science and engineering jobs—are dividing President-elect Donald Trump’s circle of allies ahead of his second administration ...
DHS Strengthens H-1B Program, Allowing U.S. Employers to More …
Dec 17, 2024 · H-1B nonimmigrant visa program allows U.S. employers to temporarily employ foreign workers in specialty occupations, defined by statute as occupations that require highly specialized knowledge and a bachelor’s or higher degree in …
Trump Backers, Including Elon Musk, Clash With Far Right Over …
1 day ago · Musk has said that he held an H-1B before becoming a citizen, and his electric-car company, Tesla, obtained 724 of the visas this year. H-1B visas are typically for three-year periods, though ...
H-1B Visa overhaul: What do the new rules mean for employers
Dec 17, 2024 · The Biden administration announced Tuesday that it was overhauling the high-skilled H-1B visa program, aiming to speed up applications and impose penalties on companies abusing the system.
Joe Biden administration unveils new H-1B visa regulations - The …
Dec 17, 2024 · The Biden administration announced a rule Tuesday clarifying who can apply for an H-1B work visa, a key program to attract international talent that’s been criticized as too complicated and...
USCIS Announces Strengthened Integrity Measures for H-1B …
Jan 30, 2024 · U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) today announced a final rule to strengthen the integrity of and reduce the potential for fraud in the H-1B registration process, including by reducing the potential for gaming the registration system and ensuring each beneficiary would have the same chance of being selected, regardless of the ...
H-1B Rule Expected Later This Year, Immigration Restrictions ... - Forbes
Jun 18, 2024 · U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is expected to publish a final rule on H-1B visas that could bring significant changes to employers. Many attorneys and businesses interviewed hope in...
DHS Issues Proposed Rule to Modernize the H-1B Specialty …
Oct 20, 2023 · The H-1B nonimmigrant visa program allows U.S. employers to temporarily employ foreign workers in specialty occupations, defined by statute as occupations that require highly specialized knowledge and a bachelor’s or higher degree in …