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US immigration rule change may hinder skilled workers' path to permanent residency

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A new rule from the U.S. Department of Labor could significantly complicate the process for employment-based immigrants seeking permanent residency in the United States. This proposed change to labor certification requirements may increase employer obligations and potentially price out many skilled workers, including those on H-1B visas. The current labor certification process is already lengthy, often taking years, and critics argue it does not accurately reflect modern recruitment practices or economic realities. AI

IMPACT Potential to reduce the pool of highly skilled foreign talent available for AI and other tech roles in the US.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a proposed regulatory change by a government agency that will significantly impact a major industry and a large group of people. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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US immigration rule change may hinder skilled workers' path to permanent residency

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Stuart Anderson, Senior Contributor ·

    DOL Immigration Rule Could Spell Trouble For Employers And Immigrants

    An upcoming rule to change labor certification could make it more difficult for employment-based immigrants to obtain permanent residence.

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