January 25, 2022
On January 21, 2022, the Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security announced several changes designed to attract and retain STEM (Science, Technology, Technology, and Math) professionals in the United States.
The White House released a corresponding “Fact Sheet: Biden-Harris Administration Actions to Attract STEM Talent and Strengthen our Economy and Competitiveness” summarizing those changes.
These substantial changes provide U.S. employers and foreign nationals with more clarity about visa options for STEM professionals. Some of the agency announcements include:
If you have any questions about how these recent agency announcements might impact you, please contact the attorney at LHSCD working on your case. Or, to schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys, please proceed to our Consutation Request Form.
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