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New Immigration Policies Aim to Protect American Workers
Proposed changes to H-1B and temporary visa programs prioritize U.S. workers and address wage disparities.
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USCIS Reaches H-2B Visa Cap for FY26 Second Half
USCIS confirms H-2B visa cap reached for FY26 second half, with extra visas available under strict deadlines for employers.
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USCIS Updates Processing Times for April 2026
USCIS announces mixed changes in processing times for employment-based immigration as of April 2026.
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H-2B Visa Processing Faces Delays Amid Consular Challenges
Employers face significant delays in H-2B visa processing as consular interviews lag behind due to new requirements and holiday closures.
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USCIS Reaches H-2B Cap for Second Half of FY 2026
USCIS has filled the H-2B visa cap for the second half of FY 2026, with supplemental visas now available for application.
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March 2026 Visa Bulletin Shows Positive Changes for Green Card Applicants
USCIS announces significant updates in the March 2026 Visa Bulletin, benefiting Green Card applicants and H-2B visa holders.
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USCIS Updates Visa Bulletin and H-2B Cap Announcement
USCIS reveals April 2026 Visa Bulletin updates and H-2B cap reached, affecting employment-based immigration.
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USCIS Reaches H-2B Visa Cap for Fiscal Year 2026
USCIS has announced that it has reached the H-2B visa cap for the second half of fiscal year 2026.
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USCIS Stops Accepting Checks for H-2B Applications
USCIS has ceased accepting checks for H-2B application fees, effective October 28, 2025, as part of a modernization effort.
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USCIS Silent on H-2B Cap Count Amid Increased Filings
USCIS has not updated the H-2B cap count for over three weeks, raising concerns as filings continue.
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USCIS Launches Employment Data Hubs for Visa Programs
USCIS introduces new data hubs for H-1B, H-2A, H-2B, and naturalization eligibility.
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Understanding the H-2B Visa Consular Processing Steps
Learn about the critical consular processing stage for H-2B visa applicants and how it impacts employers and workers.
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Understanding FY 2026 H-2B Visa Lottery Expectations
Employers seek clarity on FY 2026 H-2B visa lottery outcomes and strategies for seasonal workforce planning.
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DHS Shutdown Update and March Visa Bulletin Highlights
Latest updates on DHS shutdown, March Visa Bulletin, and H-2B visa cap.
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USCIS Increases Premium Processing Fee for H-2B Petitions
Effective March 1, 2026, USCIS raises the premium processing fee for H-2B petitions to $1,780.
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DOS Pauses Worker Visas for Commercial Truck Drivers
The Department of State has paused all worker visas for commercial truck drivers following a negligence investigation.
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USCIS Confirms FY26 Cap Reached for H-2B Visas
USCIS announces the FY26 cap for returning worker H-2B visas has been reached, impacting seasonal employers and foreign workers.
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USCIS Reaches Cap for H-2B Returning Worker Visas for FY 2026
USCIS has reached the cap for H-2B returning worker visas for FY 2026, impacting employment opportunities starting January 1.
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FY 2026 H-2B Returning Worker Cap Reaches Full Capacity
The H-2B returning worker cap for FY 2026 is now full, impacting future visa applications.
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Key Developments in US Immigration Policy This Week
This week, significant changes in US immigration policy include H-1B fee reconsideration and H-2B visa caps.
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USCIS Confirms H-2B Returning Worker Allocation Reaches Cap
USCIS announces the cap for FY 2026 H-2B returning worker visas has been met, impacting employment start dates from January to March 2026.
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USCIS Reaches H-2B Visa Cap for FY 2026
USCIS has reached the cap for H-2B visas under the FY 2026 supplemental allocation, conducting a lottery for petitions received.
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USCIS Reaches H-2B Visa Cap for FY 2026 Supplemental Allocation
USCIS has announced the cap for H-2B visas for FY 2026 has been reached, impacting employers and seasonal workforce planning.
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USCIS Prioritizes Foreign Nationals Over US Citizens in Visa Processing
Concerns rise as USCIS accelerates foreign visa processing while US citizen petitions face delays.
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USCIS Announces Additional H-2B Visas for Fiscal Year 2026
USCIS updates H-2B processing times and announces up to 64,716 additional visas for FY 2026.
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DOL Reports Updated H-2B Visa Processing Times as of February 2026
The DOL has released the latest processing times for H-2B visas, effective February 3, 2026, impacting seasonal workers.
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February Visa Bulletin Updates: F2A Advances, H-2B Visas Increase
The February Visa Bulletin shows progress for F2A visas, while H-2B visas increase by 64,000. High-risk countries face immigration pauses.
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ICE Operations Begin in Maine Amid Immigration Policy Changes
ICE operations in Maine coincide with significant changes affecting Haitian immigrants and student visas.
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