19 US state attorneys general sue Trump admin over USD 100,000 H-1B visa fee
Summary
Nineteen US state attorneys general led by Oregon sue the Trump Administration over a new USD 100,000 fee on H-1B visa petitions, arguing it is unlawful and harmful to employers relying on skilled foreign workers.
Key Points
- 19 US state attorneys general led by Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield have filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration over a USD 100,000 fee on new H-1B visa petitions.
- The coalition argues the fee creates a major financial barrier for employers, especially public-sector institutions, impacting hiring of skilled foreign workers like physicians and researchers.
- The lawsuit claims the policy violates federal law by imposing fees not authorized by Congress and bypassing required administrative procedures under the Administrative Procedure Act.
- Oregon State University and University of Oregon rely heavily on the H-1B program, and the fee threatens to leave critical academic and public service positions vacant.
