Trump Admin Proposes Ending H-1B Grace Period After Job Loss
The Trump administration has proposed eliminating the 60-day grace period for H-1B visa holders who lose their jobs. This move aims to prioritize American workers and ensure immediate departure for foreign employees upon job termination.
BREAKING: Trump Administration Proposes Ending 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B Visa Holders Washington D.C. - In a significant policy shift aimed at bolstering the American workforce, the Trump administration today proposed eliminating the 60-day grace period currently afforded to H-1B visa holders and other employment-based visa recipients who lose their jobs. The proposed rule, announced by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), would require foreign workers to depart the United States almost immediately upon termination of employment. This move signals a strong commitment by President Donald J. Trump to prioritize American workers and ensure that visa programs serve their intended purpose of filling critical labor shortages, rather than displacing qualified U.S. citizens and permanent residents. What Happened: Eliminating the Grace Period Under the current regulations, H-1B visa holders who are laid off typically have a 60-day grace period to find a new employer and transfer their visa status. The proposed change would drastically shorten or eliminate this window, compelling individuals to cease employment and make…