H-1B Visa Lottery Replacement Proposal Clears White House Review
A new H-1B proposal, aiming to potentially replace the current visa lottery system, has passed a White House review, according to Bloomberg.
Key Points:
- Drafted by the Department of Homeland Security.
- The proposal's specifics remain undisclosed, but it's believed to resemble the previous Trump administration's wage-based selection approach.
- This approach prioritizes higher-wage positions for H-1B visas, potentially restricting entry-level opportunities for foreign graduates and favoring candidates in the top wage brackets.
- While proponents argue this protects American jobs, critics suggest it could limit the number of H-1B visas issued.
- This shift could be implemented without Congressional approval, provided the H-1B cap remains unchanged, as the DHS and USCIS have the authority to enact new rules.
The original lottery system was designed to prevent bias. This new proposal signifies a potential major change in the H-1B visa process, impacting both employers and foreign workers seeking opportunities in the US.
