The Office of Management and Budget has cleared a Department of Labor proposed rule that could substantially update the PERM labor certification process, a key step in many employment-based green card cases. The proposal is expected to address recruitment standards, protections for U.S. workers affected by layoffs, and employer compliance requirements. However, the regulatory text has not yet been published, and the specific proposed requirements remain unknown. Current PERM regulations remain in effect. Employers with pending or planned PERM filings should monitor publication of the proposal and the subsequent public comment period.
This will scrutinize all H1B extensions and make it tougher to process. Huge win 🥇 for citizens of this country.