House passes a bill with more measures for immigrants in STEM fields
February 8, 2022
For foreign-born scientists and engineers, The House recently passed a bill with measures that would expand immigration opportunities. If passed by the Senate, the bill could become the most significant legislation on legal immigration to pass Congress in over 30 years. On February 4, 2022, the House passed the America COMPETES Act 222 to 210. The bill aims to improve ways in which the U.S. attracts and retains foreign-born talent. The act will help build the U.S. STEM workforce and will attract start-up companies. Individuals who earn STEM degrees from U.S. doctoral programs will be able to quickly obtain permanent residence.
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