Congressman Chip Roy Proposes Bill to End H-1B Visa Green Card Pathway, Impacting Foreign Workers
Congressman Chip Roy, a Republican from Texas, has introduced the American White-Collar Worker Jobs Act, aiming to overhaul the H-1B visa program. The proposed legislation seeks to eliminate the pathway to a green card for H-1B visa holders and terminate the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, which allows international students to work temporarily in the U.S. after graduation. Roy argues that the bill is designed to prioritize job opportunities for American workers, particularly in STEM fields. The H-1B visa program, which allows U.S. employers to hire foreign workers in specialized occupations, has been criticized for allegedly depressing wages and disadvantaging American workers. The bill faces significant challenges in Congress, as it is unlikely to gain support from moderate Republicans or Democrats, despite the GOP's narrow control of the House. 
