H-1B Proposal Under White House Review, Publication Expected This Fall

A proposed rule to "modernize" H-1B requirements and oversight and provide additional flexibility in the F-1 student visa program is under review at the White House Office of Management and Budget.

‌Key Points:

• The text of the proposed rule is not yet available, but review at the White House OMB is the last step in the regulatory process before publication.
• According to the Department of Homeland Security, the proposed rule would:
  • Revise regulations related to the employer-employee relationship.
  • Implement new guidelines for site visits.
  • Provide flexibility on employees' start dates in limited circumstances.
  • Address "cap-gap" issues.
  • Strengthen the registration process to reduce the possibility of misuse and fraud.