White House Approves H-1B Visa Allocation Changes to Prioritize Higher Wages and Skills
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The White House has approved a proposed Department of Homeland Security rule to change the H-1B visa allocation process, replacing the random lottery with a weighted selection system prioritizing applicants based on criteria like wage and education level. The rule has cleared review by the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, though official comments from DHS and OIRA are pending.
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The H-1B program supplies tens of thousands of workers annually, making this change significant for employers and applicants alike.
H-1B shake-up: Plan swaps random draw for system favoring top pay and skills
