Texas

Aug 24, 2026 • Immigration News • 3 min read

Texas Governor Wants Zero H-1B Workers in Public Schools - and Dallas ISD Alone Would Lose Hundreds

Gov. Greg Abbott proposed legislation on August 18 to bar Texas public school districts from sponsoring H-1B visas, extending a freeze he already imposed on state agencies and public universities in January.

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May 15, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Foreign Professors at SMU on EB-1B Visas: A Look into Residency

Many foreign professors at SMU hold EB-1B visas, allowing for permanent residency, but data on their numbers in Texas is scarce.

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May 13, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Texas Files Lawsuit Against Alleged H-1B Visa Abuse

Texas targets a daycare in a lawsuit alleging misuse of the H-1B visa program.

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May 06, 2026 • LinkedIn • 1 min read

Impact of H-1B Messaging on Texas Employers and Talent Attraction

Discussion on H-1B workers' role in Texas and the implications of fraud enforcement messaging for employers and skilled professionals.

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May 06, 2026 • Reddit • 1 min read

Texas Congress Members Request H-1B Fraud Investigation

Texas Representatives urge investigation into H-1B fraud in North Texas, citing concerns over local labor market exploitation.

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May 01, 2026 • LinkedIn • 1 min read

Texas Accuses Administration of Ignoring H-1B Fraud Enforcement

Texas raises concerns about the enforcement of fraud provisions in the H-1B program, highlighting ongoing issues.

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Apr 23, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Houston Amends Immigration Ordinance Amid Funding Threat

Houston officials revised an ordinance limiting ICE cooperation after Texas governor's funding threat ahead of World Cup.

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Apr 22, 2026 • Reddit • 1 min read

USCIS Moves Immigration Cases to Texas Amid Litigation Updates

USCIS is shifting cases to Texas and requesting extensions, impacting immigration litigation across the country.

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Apr 21, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Concerns Raised Over L-1A Visa Misuse in Texas IT Contracts

Texas officials urged to review L-1A visa usage in state IT contracts amid allegations of misclassification and offshore outsourcing.

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Apr 14, 2026 • X • 1 min read

DHS Reports Conviction of Illegal Alien in Texas

DHS announces the conviction of Gerino Pierda-Pompa, a criminal illegal alien from Mexico, for indecency with a child in Texas.

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Mar 18, 2026 • X • 1 min read

DHS Reports Conviction of Illegal Alien in Texas Homicide Case

DHS announces the conviction of Sergio Colin-Aviles, an illegal alien from Mexico, for homicide in Texas.

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Mar 09, 2026 • Reddit • 1 min read

ICE Detention of Teen Musicians Sparks Outrage in Texas Mariachi Community

The detention of young musicians by ICE has caused significant unrest within Texas' mariachi community, raising concerns about immigration enforcement.

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Mar 01, 2026 • Reddit • 1 min read

ICE Detains Immigrant During Routine Check-In, No Bond Granted

A Texas woman was detained by ICE during a routine appointment, raising concerns over bond eligibility in immigration cases.

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Feb 16, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Examining H-1B Visa Cap Dodging Tactics in Texas

A look into how some employers circumvent the H-1B visa cap, affecting the tech workforce in Texas.

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Jan 29, 2026 • Reddit • 1 min read

Texas Governor Freezes H-1B Hiring at State Institutions

Governor Abbott has ordered a freeze on H-1B hiring at Texas state colleges and agencies, impacting foreign workers.

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Jan 22, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Cuban Detainee's Death Ruled Homicide by Texas Medical Examiner

A Cuban detainee's death at a Texas immigration facility has been ruled a homicide, raising concerns over detainee safety.

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