US EditionTexas Gov. Greg Abbott halts new H-1B visa petitions at state agencies and universities
Gov. Abbott’s freeze on new H-1B visa petitions aims to address alleged abuses and prioritize Texas workers, impacting numerous public universities and agencies until May 31, 2027.
- On Tuesday, Gov. Greg Abbott ordered state agencies and public universities to freeze new H-1B visa petitions, directing Agency Heads to stop filing petitions within 24 hours.
- Citing recent reports of abuse and a federal review, Gov. Greg Abbott said the pause will give the Texas Legislature and federal officials time to pursue reforms.
- By March 27, 2026, state agencies and public institutions of higher education must report to the Texas Workforce Commission with detailed 2025 petition data, while the pause lasts until May 31, 2027 unless exceptions are granted.
- Hospitals and universities say the freeze could affect staffing, with UT Southwestern , Texas A&M flagship , University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center , and University of Texas at Austin heavily reliant on H-1B holders.
- Amid federal H-1B changes, including a $100,000 fee by the Trump administration last year, Texas's pause mirrors Florida's moves and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis's call for fewer H-1B hires.
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Texas Announces Investigation & Freeze on H-1B Visas for State Agencies & Public Universities
Already a subscriber? Make sure to log into your account before viewing this content. You can access your account by hitting the “login” button on the top right corner. Still unable to see the content after signing in? Make sure your card on file is up-to-date. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced an investigation and freeze on all new and renewed H-1B visa petitions by state agencies and public universities. Some shit you should k…
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders temporary freeze on H-1B visas petitions at all state agencies
Texas will immediately freeze new petitions for H-1B visas at all state agencies and public institutions of higher education in response to reports of abuse in the federal program and a need to prioritize jobs for Texas workers. #Texas #GovGregAbbott #H1B
The governor of Texas, Republican Greg Abbott, on Tuesday ordered all state agencies and universities to suspend the processing of new H-1B visa applications and initiate a review of the current use of this program for highly qualified foreign workers.
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