Possible Expansion of STEM Roles for Employment Certification

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is considering an update…


Texas Governor Enacts Laws Enabling Arrest and Deportation for Illegal Entry to the State

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed three immigration-related…


Federal Government Reiterates Defense of Chevron Doctrine

The U.S. federal government again urged the Supreme Court…


FY2024 H-1B Cap Reached – No Further Selections

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services confirmed the…


January 2024 Visa Bulletin: Exciting EB-1 Advancement for India and Overall Promising Movement

The January 2024 Visa Bulletin shows advancement in the…


Family-Based Conditional Permanent Residence Policy Updated by USCIS

Updates to guidance on eligibility, filing, and…


Domestic H-1B Visa Renewal Pilot Excludes Dependents

The pilot program allowing up to 20,000 H-1B visa holders…


Projected Labor Shortages and How Visa Policy Can Help

The gridlock in the U.S. Congress over immigration reform…


H-1B Worker Domestic Visa Renewal Pilot Program Among Efforts to Reduce Backlog

Up to 20,000 H-1B holders will have the ability to renew…