Updates regarding changes to this year’s upcoming H-1B lottery program and increases to Premium Processing fees are included in this month’s edition of Immigration Insider. FY 2027 H-1B Lottery Changes- USCIS has...more
Immigration compliance is a topic that should be of interest to any U.S. employer. After all, Form I‑9 is an immigration form, and the requirement to verify the employment authorization of employees comes from the 1986...more
Without any grace period for implementation, investigation results, or opportunity for prior comment by H-1B employers in the State of Texas, Governor Abbott issued a letter on January 27, 2026, addressed to all state agency...more
The H-1B visa classification was established as a nonimmigrant, temporary worker program to aid U.S. employers unable to fill highly specialized positions (those requiring a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent). The...more
As the “Big Beautiful Bill” takes effect and additional proposals are discussed in Congress, businesses that rely on foreign talent should pay close attention to immigration reforms....more
On September 19, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced Project Firewall. This initiative reflects a strengthening of investigative efforts to ensure employer compliance with their obligations under the H-1B visa...more
In this episode of The Inside Track, hosts Grace Shie and Maximillian Del Rey explore the U.S. Department of Labor’s new H-1B enforcement initiative, Project Firewall, and its implications for employers. They break down the...more
The current government funding expired at the end of the fiscal year without a continuing resolution, resulting in a government shutdown. A federal government shutdown can create ripple effects across immigration processes,...more
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has announced a new enforcement initiative called Project Firewall, focused on companies that employ H-1B workers. The program will bring more audits and investigations to check that...more
The US Department of Labor has launched Project Firewall, a new enforcement initiative focused on safeguarding the rights, wages, and job opportunities of American workers. The program signals heightened scrutiny of H-1B...more
On September 19, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced the launch of Project Firewall, a comprehensive enforcement initiative designed to protect the rights, wages, and job opportunities of highly skilled...more
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has launched Project Firewall, a sweeping enforcement initiative designed to ensure strict employer compliance with the H-1B visa program. Coupled with the recent presidential proclamation...more
The wide-ranging effects of COVID-19 touch immigration laws in some significant ways. This quick guide will help you avoid pitfalls and know when to contact your attorney....more