Trump Extends H-1B Visa Restrictions and $100,000 Fee Proposal by One Year

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The Trump administration has extended its restrictions on the H-1B visa programme by another year, along with a proposed $100,000 fee for employers seeking to hire skilled foreign workers. The H-1B visa allows US companies to recruit tech professionals and other skilled workers from abroad for temporary employment periods. The extension signals the administration's continued scrutiny of foreign worker programmes. The move is expected to impact industries, particularly the technology sector, that rely heavily on international talent through this visa route.

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