A new congressional bill, the End H-1B Visa Abuse Act of 2026, has been introduced, proposing a three-year suspension of the H-1B visa program. If passed, the legislation would significantly reduce the annual cap on H-1B visas from 65,000 to 25,000 and impose a minimum salary requirement of $200,000, which would disqualify many mid-level positions. Additionally, H-1B visa holders would be prohibited from bringing dependents to the United States, and the pathway to permanent residency would be entirely blocked.
Key Details:
- Proposed cap reduction: From 65,000 to 25,000 H-1B visas annually.
- Minimum salary requirement: $200,000 for H-1B workers.
- Dependents: H-1B holders barred from bringing dependents to the US.
- Permanent residency: Pathway to permanent residency blocked for H-1B holders.
This proposed legislation could have a profound impact on the employment landscape for foreign workers in the United States, particularly affecting those in mid-level roles. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: Omar Quraishi