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American Worker Protection: H-1B Visa Allocation Changes

This act aims to change how H-1B work visas are issued, prioritizing applicants with the highest compensation rates. This could impact the job market, potentially favoring highly paid specialists and altering competition for jobs for citizens.
Key points
H-1B visas will be issued based on the highest compensation rate offered, from highest to lowest.
This change may affect the availability of certain job positions for U.S. citizens and competition in the labor market.
The Secretary of Homeland Security will issue necessary rules before the first fiscal year following the act's enactment.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7505
Sponsor: Rep. Rosendale, Matthew M. [R-MT-2]
Process start date: 2024-02-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

American Worker Protection Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7505.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-02-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • H-1B visas will be issued based on the highest compensation rate offered, from highest to lowest.
  • This change may affect the availability of certain job positions for U.S. citizens and competition in the labor market.
  • The Secretary of Homeland Security will issue necessary rules before the first fiscal year following the act's enactment.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Rosendale, Matthew M. [R-MT-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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