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The US government is nearing a change in H-1B visa allocation with a weighted lottery system now under final review. This new system will prioritize higher-paid, specialized roles by giving ...

The US Department of Labor has proposed changes to wage rules for H-1B visas and PERM labor certification. This proposal is now with the Office of Management and Budget for review. If approved, it ...

A new regulation has been suggested to enhance wage protections for H-1B and PERM employment in the United States. The Department of Labor has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and ...

The proposals specifically target the Labor Condition Applications and permanent labor certifications. (Reuters) A new rule has been proposed to improve wage protections for H-1B and PERM employment ...

The US Department of Labor’s move signals a renewed focus on wage protections for foreign workers, but details and exact impacts remain uncertain until the rule is formally released for public comment ...