A new immigration bill is being introduced that could significantly change U. S. immigration policies and practices. Rosemary Jenks from the Immigration Accountability Project shared insights on this proposed reform during an interview.
1. Sweeping Reforms: Jenks describes the new H-1B reform bill as potentially the strongest in 35 years, aiming to overhaul existing immigration systems.
2. Ending OPT: The bill intends to eliminate Optional Practical Training (OPT) for students, closing loopholes that previously allowed students to work longer in the U. S. after their studies.
3. Foreign Worker Reapplication: Foreign workers applying for H-1B visas would need to reapply from their home countries, making it more challenging to obtain work permits without following specific processes.
4. Bureaucratic Control: Jenks highlights that a phrase in U. S. law has given bureaucrats excessive control over immigration policies, impacting American job opportunities.
5. Consequences for Workforce: The reform aims to address concerns regarding how immigration practices have affected the American workforce, trade agreements, and national sovereignty.
6. Call for Moratorium: Jenks and the discussion emphasizes the importance of a national moratorium on immigration and the need to restore congressional authority over immigration matters.
The proposed H-1B bill seeks to make significant changes to U. S. immigration policy, potentially reshaping the future of foreign labor in America. Jenks' commentary raises important considerations about the intersection of immigration and American job markets, as well as the need for legislative reform.
https://www.wnd.com/2025/10/watch-new-h-1b-bill-could-end-opt/
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