US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, an Indian-American lawmaker, has reintroduced the HIRE Act in the United States Congress. This legislation aims to address concerns around the H-1B visa program, a popular work visa category among skilled foreign professionals, particularly in the tech sector.
The HIRE Act, which stands for “High-Skilled Immigration Reform for Employment,” seeks to bring more transparency to the hiring practices involving foreign labor. It proposes that employers disclose how many H-1B workers they hire and show that they are not displacing qualified American workers. The bill is designed to prevent misuse by companies using the H-1B program to replace the local workforce with cheaper foreign labor.
Krishnamoorthi’s initiative comes at a time when the H-1B visa process is facing increased scrutiny from lawmakers concerned about its impact on American jobs. The Act supports fair hiring practices and ensures that domestic talent isn’t overlooked due to misuse or over-dependence on foreign labor.
Raja Krishnamoorthi, who represents Illinois in the US House of Representatives, has consistently advocated for balanced immigration policies that also protect American workers. With this reintroduction, he hopes to foster a fair and transparent visa system that benefits both businesses and the workforce.
The reintroduction of the HIRE Act reflects ongoing efforts to reform the US immigration system, particularly the employment-based visa programs, while ensuring that these laws are not exploited to the detriment of US employees.
