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Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Modernizing H-1B Requirements, Providing Flexibility in the F-1 Program, and Program Improvements Affecting Other Nonimmigrant Workers".

Sponsored By: Representative Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]

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Summary

Disapproves a Department of Homeland Security rule that modernizes H‑1B requirements and increases flexibility in the F‑1 student program. The joint resolution would prevent that DHS rule from taking effect.

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Would block new rule on H-1B and F-1 visas

If enacted, this joint resolution would void a DHS rule on H-1B and F-1 visas. The rule would have no force or effect. Current visa rules would stay in place. H-1B workers, F-1 students, and sponsoring employers would not face the rule’s new requirements or changes. It also means any new flexibilities the rule offered would not happen. This would take effect upon enactment.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]

TX • R

Cosponsors

  • Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3]

    TX • R

    Sponsored 1/16/2025

  • Rep. Moore, Riley M. [R-WV-2]

    WV • R

    Sponsored 1/16/2025

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