Easier Green Card Access for Workers and Families
This act aims to simplify Green Card access for legal workers in the U.S. and their families. It modifies per-country limits, potentially reducing visa waiting times for many immigrants. New requirements for H-1B employers are also introduced, enhancing transparency and worker protection.
Key points
Elimination of per-country limits for employment-based visas (Green Cards), potentially speeding up the process for individuals from high-demand countries.
Increase in per-country limits for family-sponsored visas, facilitating family reunification.
New rules for H-1B employers, including mandatory job postings on the Department of Labor website and a prohibition against prioritizing H-1B workers in the hiring process.
Allows workers awaiting a Green Card to change jobs or positions, provided the new role is in a similar occupational classification.
Strengthens protections for H-1B workers against employer abuses and increases penalties for violations.
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