Can You File an LCA During a Government Shutdown? DOL Status Explained
If the Department of Labor shuts down, OFLC and the FLAG portal stop, blocking LCAs and preventing H-1B,…
Articles by & updated by Priya Nair
Cotton Introduces Legislation to curb H-1B abuses and cap loopholes
Sen. Tom Cotton’s bills would remove H-1B cap exemptions for universities and non-profits and end the advanced-degree preference,…
Lutnick Sees Significant H-1B Process Changes Before 2026
Howard Lutnick said major H-1B changes are expected before February 2026, including a $100,000 fee for new applications…
Atlanta Business Owner Warns $100K H-1B Fee Harms Small Firms
A $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions takes effect September 21, 2025 for 12 months. Agencies haven’t issued…
DHS Doubles Down: Streamlined H-2A Filing for Agricultural Workers
From October 2, 2025, USCIS will accept only electronic I-129H2A filings and can begin processing after DOL’s notice…
Singapore Citizens Exempt from $100,000 H-1B1 Fee, US Embassy Confirms
The US$100,000 surcharge on certain H-1B petitions (from Sept 21, 2025) excludes H-1B1 visas for Singaporean citizens. H-1B1…
Global Workforce Is a Reality: Jaishankar’s View on the H-1B Row
Effective September 21, 2025, the US will charge $100,000 for each new H-1B filing, excluding renewals. India’s S.…
Narrowing Path to the American Dream for Indian Tech Workers
A $100,000 fee on new H-1B applications in 2025 will greatly raise sponsorship costs, hitting Indian applicants—especially students…
Gates-Backed Heart Aerospace Expands in Los Angeles to Torrance
Heart Aerospace opened a Torrance site in September 2025 to speed hybrid-electric aircraft R&D and testing, prompting hiring…