Latest News on Immigration

USCIS published a final rule changing the H-1B cap-subject selection process (“H-1B Lottery”). Find out the changes to this rule and what you can expect.

Last month, President Joe Biden imposed new travel restrictions on India in light of the COVID-19 epidemic, barring most non-US citizens from entering the United States. The proclamation, signed by the President on April 30 and took effect on May 4, outlines the scope of the suspension and the limitations to entry into the US. Basically what this means is that until further notice, those travelers impacted by the proclamation won’t be permitted to enter the US until they have been absent from India for the past 14 days.

It is widely anticipated the Trump administration will publish as many final regulations and extensions of proclamations as possible before January 20th to make longer-lasting policy changes. Learn more about AILA's predictions regarding employment-based immigration policies.

Learn about our partnering law firm and client's recent win in the United States District Court against the Department of Labor's new prevailing wage determinations.

While USCIS has yet to confirm the exact process that will follow for the 2021 H-1B Cap lottery, here are some helpful tips based on last year’s system to help companies prepare for next year’s process.

Out on the front lines in the "war" for talent, recruiters play a critical role in accelerating growth and mitigating risk for organizations looking to hire technical talent. Considering some of the macro and micro factors influencing the STEM talent market and the competitiveness felt by organizations hiring in this climate, we unpack a few strategies for ensuring greater alignment across the organization.