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Trump administration proposes new H-1B visa process favoring higher-skilled, better-paid workers

The proposal would replace the H-1B lottery with a wage-weighted system favoring higher-paid, higher-skilled workers, potentially increasing total wages to $502 million in fiscal 2026.

  • The Trump administration proposed changes to the H-1B visa process, targeting higher-paid and higher-skilled foreign workers, with a new $100,000 fee announced for visa applications.
  • The proposed changes aim to replace the lottery system with a weighted selection process, benefiting employers paying higher wages.
  • The White House stated these changes are intended to protect U.S. workers from unfair competition and better serve the visa program's original intent.
  • Public comments will be accepted for 30 days before the administration considers finalizing the rule, which could impact thousands of workers and businesses.
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Wamu 88.5 broke the news in Washington, United States on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
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