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Original Date Announced
February 26, 2019DOL announces its plans to switch to from a first-come-first-served basis for processing H2-B visa applications to randomly assigning visas a place in the processing queue. Because of the scarcity of these visas and the intense competition to receive them, there is an overwhelming number of applicants on the first day of the filing period (Jan. 1), leading to the iCert system crashing. [ID #546]
DOL Press Release: U.S. Department of Labor Announces Updates to the H-2B Temporary Labor Certification ProgramEffective Date
July 3, 2019Current Status
Fully in EffectOriginal Trump Policy Status
Status: Final/ActualTrump Administration Action: Change in PracticeSubject Matter: Non-Immigrant Visas: Employment-Based
Commentary
Law360: DoL plans randomized processing of H2B visa applications
Go to article on law360.comLaw 360: With H-2B Visas Scarce, New Lottery Spurs Employer Anxiety
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