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Immigration Proposals and US High-tech Firms. Kyle D. Green ITRN603 – International Trade Relations 24 April 2013. Immigration & High-tech Firms. Overview The H1B and LPR processes are cumbersome and antiquated in light of the high-tech industry’s growth
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Immigration Proposals and US High-tech Firms Kyle D. Green ITRN603 – International Trade Relations 24 April 2013
Immigration& High-tech Firms • OverviewThe H1B and LPR processes are cumbersome and antiquated in light of the high-tech industry’s growth • Legislation8 USC 12(II); Gang of Eight proposal • Major ProblemsToo many to list • Key IssueH1B and LPR processes for high-skill workers • Policy ProposalAdopt the Gang of Eight’s H1B and LPR process formulations as applied to high-skill workers