Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi introduces bill to double H-1B visa cap to 130,000

Democratic Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi has introduced a bill aimed at doubling the annual cap on H-1B visas from 65,000 to 130,000. The proposal seeks to increase the number of new H-1B visas issued each year, which are often utilized by U.S. companies to employ foreign workers in specialized fields.

This legislative move comes amid ongoing discussions regarding immigration policy and the need for skilled labor in various sectors of the economy. The H-1B visa program has been a focal point in debates about immigration reform and workforce needs in the United States.

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