US Administration Takes Action Against PERM Program, Affecting H-1B Holders
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How it started
What happened
The US administration took action against the Permanent Labour Certification (PERM) programme. This action included suspending the ability for H-1B visa holders working for major technology companies to apply for Green Cards. The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum noted that Green Card and H-1B programs are significant economic success stories.
Why it matters
The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum cited 2022 US Census Bureau data showing legal immigration pathways generated USD 2.1 trillion in combined household income and contributed USD 382.9 billion in federal taxes. Shri Thanedar criticized the administration's move, warning that the restrictions could harm the United States' economic innovation.
Who's involved
- Donald TrumpThe administration led by Donald Trump is actively regulating and suspending the PERM program.
- PERMThe Permanent Labour Certification programme is the subject of the US administration's regulatory action and suspension.
- Diana HarshbargerShri Thanedar criticized the Trump administration's decision to suspend PERM and restrict H-1B Green Card applications.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- PERM program suspension may force NASSCOM to advocate for membersPERM program suspension may force NASSCOM to advocate for its member companiesLikely
- US PERM suspension may halt Infosys's green card processingInfosys faces operational hurdles as US suspends its PERM labour certification program.Likely
- Microsoft's ability to hire skilled foreign workers may be restrictedMicrosoft's ability to hire skilled foreign workers may be restrictedLikely
- Tata Consultancy Services may face hiring limits from PERM suspensionTata Consultancy Services faces operational hurdles due to PERM programme suspensionLikely
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The Trump administration suspended the ability for H-1B visa holders to apply for Green Cards, leading to criticism from Shri Thanedar.Sub-event
US administration takes action against the PERM programme.1 source
PERM program suspension harms US economy, prompting H-1B holders to seek Green Cards.1 source
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The entities involved
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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PERM
Czech company