Business and the Workforce
Immigrants not only bring diverse skills and perspectives to the U.S. workforce, they often fill employment gaps in crucial fields. We advocate for expanded work visas and related programs so our labor force can continue to benefit from immigrant workers and remain competitive in the global economy
Immigrants in Mecklenburg County
Immigrants in Mecklenburg County play a vital role in the local economy, contributing billions in spending power, supporting key industries, and driving population growth. Read More
Immigrants in Northeast Indiana
New research shows immigrants in Northeast Indiana contributed $291.4 million in taxes, held $1.3 billion in spending power, and played a vital role in the region’s workforce and economic growth. Read More
Nearly Half of Fortune 500 Companies in 2026 Were Founded by Immigrants or Their Children
Nearly 46% of Fortune 500 companies in 2026 were founded by immigrants or their children, generating $9.8 trillion in revenue and employing 15.3 million people worldwide Read More
New Data: U.S. Welcomes High-Skilled Workers, but Path to Permanent Residence Is Growing More Uncertain
Record Backlogs, Visa Shortages, and Increasing Scrutiny Are Straining the Employment-Based Immigration System WASHINGTON, D.C., August 18 — The United States continues to rely on high-skilled workers from around the world to stay globally competitive in key industries including technology, engineering, and health care. However, new data… Read More
High-Skilled Nonimmigrant Petitions: USCIS Filing and Processing Trends, FY2016 – FY2025
USCIS processing delays, growing backlogs, and shifting approval trends are creating new challenges for employers and high-skilled workers seeking H-1B, L-1, and O visas. Read More
From Petition to Permanent Residence: A Decade of USCIS Filing, Processing, and Backlog Trends
New analysis of USCIS data finds record I-140 backlogs, rising denial rates, growing visa wait times, and longer processing delays across the employment-based green card system. Read More
Immigrants in Arlington County
New data shows immigrants in Arlington County contributed $979 million in taxes, held $2.3 billion in spending power, and supported key industries in 2024. Read More
Curtailing the Ability to Work
Recent federal policy changes under the Trump administration could restrict work authorization for immigrants, asylum seekers, TPS holders, parolees, and DACA recipients. Read More
The Biggest Changes to Student Visas in Generations: What You Need to Know
On July 17, 2026, the Trump administration unveiled the latest move in its broader efforts to reshape America’s legal immigration system. This time, it was a regulation that will lead to the greatest changes in the student visa process in 50 years, as well as changes to visas for… Read More
Court Declares Unlawful the Department of Education’s Rule Restricting Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
Washington, D.C. — The Trump Administration’s attempt to politicize the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program is unlawful, a federal judge ruled today. The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia struck down a rule issued by the U.S. Department of Education (ED) that threatened to disqualify… Read More
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