Texas Governor Greg Abbott Orders Halt to New H-1B Visa Petitions by State Agencies and Public Universities
Texas has implemented an immediate pause on new H-1B sponsorships for state agencies and public universities. While federal…
Articles by & updated by Priya Nair
Texas Governor Greg Abbott Freezes New H-1B Visas at Public Agencies
Governor Greg Abbott has halted new H-1B visa petitions for Texas public institutions until 2027. The order requires…
Rochester Regional Health Says $100,000 Fee Hinders H-1B Visa Nursing Recruitment
A new $100,000 federal H-1B fee is stalling nurse recruitment at Rochester Regional Health. The system, which previously…
Governor Greg Abbott Orders Texas A&M List of H-1B Visas
Texas A&M must submit a detailed roster of H-1B visa holders to Governor Abbott by Monday, January 26,…
U.S. Tightens H-1B Rules as Interview Slots in India Move Into 2027
DHS is replacing the H-1B lottery with weighted selection for FY 2027, while Indian consular appointments are delayed…
Mohre Says Workers Must Hold 12 Permits in United Arab Emirates
The UAE's 12-permit framework by MoHRE regulates private-sector employment, covering everything from overseas recruitment to student internships. Effective…
U.S. H-1B Rule Change Drives Reverse Brain Drain as Uscis Shifts
The U.S. has overhauled the H-1B visa system by prioritizing high salaries and imposing a $100,000 fee. These…
H-1B Hiring, Presidential Proclamation, Florida Shift Alters U.S. Academia
Major H-1B policy shifts are arriving for the FY 2027 cycle, including the end of the random lottery…
U.S. DHS and Uscis Tighten H-1B Vetting Amid Anti-Immigration Sentiment
The H-1B program is shifting toward a merit-based, high-wage priority system. Key updates include the Weighted Selection Rule…