The Trump administration released a significant proposal regarding the H-1B visa program on Tuesday. Under this new proposal, the H-1B visa selection process will be restructured to prioritize highly skilled and better-paid workers. According to a Federal Register notice, this move follows the White House’s decision on Friday (September 19, 2025) to impose a $100,000 fee on visas.The rules announced on Tuesday aim to replace the existing lottery process.read also: Chennayya Breaks Down in Court After Mahesh Timarodi's Exile, Claims Innocence!

When demand exceeds supply in a given year, wage tiers will be established, increasing the likelihood of selection for higher-paying jobs.Finalizing these regulations may take several months or years. However, the notice indicates that the new rules could be implemented before the March registration period for the 2026 lottery.According to estimates by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the total wages paid to H-1B workers in the 2026 fiscal year (starting October 1) are projected to rise to $502 million, as per the notice. It states that “new rules are likely to be implemented for the 2026 lottery"read also: Karnataka High Court Adjourns Caste Census PIL Hearing to Tomorrow..

Wages are estimated to increase to $1 billion in fiscal year 2027, $1.5 billion in 2028, and $2 billion during the 2029-2035 period.The DHS also noted that approximately 5,200 small businesses currently obtaining H-1B visas may face significant economic impacts due to worker shortages. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which issued the proposal, will allow the public to provide feedback for 30 days starting Wednesday, according to the notice.SGF11 Women's Kanjivaram Soft Lichi Silk Saree With Blouse Piece