On April 22, 2026, Representative Eli Crane introduced the End H-1B Visa Abuse Act (H.R. 8443), which proposes significant changes to the H-1B visa program. The bill has ignited a debate over its potential impact on global tech talent and domestic job markets.
Key Details:
- Proposed pause: 3-year halt on issuing new H-1B visas.
- Visa cap: Reduction to 25,000 visas per year.
- Salary requirement: Minimum salary set at $200,000.
- Selection process: Transition to wage-based selection, eliminating the lottery system.
- Additional changes: Termination of H-4, Optional Practical Training (OPT), and third-party staffing provisions.
The proposed legislation aims to protect the domestic workforce but raises concerns about limiting global talent mobility, particularly affecting Indian engineers and IT professionals. As the bill is still under review, its future remains uncertain.
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Source: Srikanth Renikunta