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flag The Biden administration's H-1B reforms, including Project Firewall and a $100K fee, aim to prevent abuse and protect U.S. workers.

flag Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer stated the H-1B visa program cannot be eliminated by the Trump administration due to legal constraints, emphasizing it’s meant for genuine skill shortages when U.S. workers are unavailable. flag She highlighted Project Firewall, a new enforcement initiative launched in September 2025, which has initiated nearly 200 investigations into alleged abuses such as underpaying foreign workers, bypassing qualified Americans, and requiring U.S. employees to train replacements. flag The program requires companies to first offer jobs to American workers and comply with wage and hiring standards. flag A $100,000 fee was imposed on new applicants to deter misuse, while existing users may still apply for extensions if they prove compliance. flag Chavez-DeRemer stressed the administration’s commitment to protecting American jobs and wages, ensuring the H-1B system serves its intended purpose.

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