TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Azya Thornton on Sep 26, 2025

The White House on last week announced several changes to the H-1B visa program including a requirement of a $100,000 payment for new H-1B applications. The Trump administration said it made the change to curb abuses that displace U.S. workers and undermine national security. Supporters of the visa program say it elevates the competitiveness of American businesses. The one-time fee will not apply to renewals or existing visa holders, but is expected to significantly affect employers in technology, health care and other industries that rely heavily on foreign workers, the Nashville Business Journal reports. The Nashville Banner looks at the impact on Tennessee universities. The changes also call for federal agencies to begin revising prevailing wage levels and direct the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to prioritize high-skilled, high-paid applicants.