Major Blow to Indians: U.S. Plans to End H-1B Visa; Trump’s Party Introduces New Bill

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In a development that could significantly impact Indian professionals, the U.S. is reportedly preparing to phase out the H-1B visa program. Republican lawmaker Marjorie Taylor Greene has announced plans to introduce a bill aimed at gradually ending the program to curb large-scale displacement of American workers. If passed, this legislation could intensify ongoing debates in Congress regarding the future of H-1B visas and broader immigration reforms.

A Setback for Indian Professionals

The H-1B visa has long been a gateway for Indian professionals seeking work opportunities in the U.S., as well as a pathway toward green cards and eventual citizenship. The recent proposal comes shortly after the U.S. government raised H-1B visa fees, making the program more costly and challenging for applicants.

Greene has criticized American companies for allegedly exploiting the H-1B system to reduce benefits for domestic employees. In her view, major tech firms, AI companies, hospitals, and other industries have misused the program, putting U.S. workers at a disadvantage.

Priority for American Talent

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Greene emphasized, “The U.S. is home to the most talented people in the world, and I have full faith in Americans. I serve Americans, and I will always prioritize them.”

The proposed bill seeks to end the H-1B program and prioritize American workers in technology, healthcare, engineering, and manufacturing sectors. Greene added, “My bill eliminates the corrupt H-1B system and restores priority to Americans in every industry that powers this nation. If we want the next generation to achieve the American Dream, we must stop outsourcing jobs and start investing in them.”

Exemptions for Medical Professionals

The bill does include a special exemption for doctors and nurses, allowing 10,000 H-1B visas per year for medical professionals. However, this exemption will be phased out over a decade to allow time for developing a domestic healthcare workforce.

The proposal marks a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy, signaling tighter restrictions on work visas and heightened emphasis on domestic employment—a move that could have far-reaching implications for Indian IT and medical professionals aiming to work in the United States.

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