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Wisa Act Offers Hope to H-1B Visa Holders, Aims to Reverse Trump-Era Restrictions

The Wisa Act, introduced in US Congress, seeks to relax restrictions on the H-1B visa program established during Trump's presidency. Representational image/Reuters

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Firstpost•10-03-2026, 11:48

Wisa Act Offers Hope to H-1B Visa Holders, Aims to Reverse Trump-Era Restrictions

•Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman introduced the Wisa Act to counter Trump administration's H-1B visa restrictions.
•The Welcoming International Success Act seeks to ease hiring of skilled foreign workers by US companies, universities, and research institutions.
•It aims to nullify the September 2025 proclamation that imposed a $100,000 fee and strict wage rules on H-1B employers.
•The Act is expected to significantly benefit Indian professionals, who constitute over 70% of H-1B visa holders.
•The legislation comes amidst increased hostility towards H-1B programs and proposals to end the visa category.

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