The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is proposing amendments to H-1B requirements and F-1 program regulations, a rule presently under review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The proposed changes aim to modernize H-1B requirements and oversight, address cap-gap issues, and offer more flexibility in the F-1 program. Key areas under scrutiny include the definition of the employer-employee relationship, especially in third-party worksite assignments, guidelines for site visits, and the prevention of misuse and fraud in the H-1B cap registration process. Additionally, the proposed rule could clarify filing amended H-1B petitions and offer flexibility on employee start dates. While implementation is likely a year away, employers are advised to monitor developments and participate in the public comment period to influence the final language of the regulation.
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