US govt's plans for $100K fee on new H-1B work visas rejected by court again
A US court has rejected the government's plan to impose a $100K fee on new H-1B work visas. The decision is a significant development in the ongoing debate over immigration policies in the country. The ruling may have implications for companies and individuals relying on H-1B visas for skilled workers.
- ▪The proposed fee was part of a broader effort to reform the H-1B visa program.
- ▪The court's decision is a setback for the government's attempts to increase revenue from visa applications.
- ▪The H-1B visa program is widely used by tech companies to hire skilled foreign workers.
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The TOI Tech Desk is a dedicated team of journalists committed to delivering the latest and most relevant news from the world of technology to readers of The Times of India. TOI Tech Desk’s news coverage spans a wide spectrum across gadget launches, gadget reviews, trends, in-depth analysis, exclusive reports and breaking stories that impact technology and the digital universe. Be it how-tos or the latest happenings in AI, cybersecurity, personal gadgets, platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook and more; TOI Tech Desk brings the news with accuracy and authenticity.Read More
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