A Republican bill seeks sweeping changes to the H-1B program, abolishing dual intent and replacing the current lottery with a wage-driven system that prioritizes higher-paid positions.

Representative Chip Roy of Texas introduced the American White-Collar Worker Jobs Act of 2026 to overhaul the H-1B program.

The proposal would cut H-1B status from six years to two calendar years and cap admissions from any single country at seven percent of the annual allocation.

Support for the bill comes from groups like US Tech Workers, the Immigration Accountability Project, and the Federation for American Immigration Reform, with endorsements cited from lawmakers and advocates.

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The Hindu’s premium section published coverage of the proposal on June 6, 2026, with a timestamp indicating the story’s date and time.

Lawmakers and advocacy groups are cited as arguing the proposal fits into ongoing debates over H-1B reform.

The plan could affect thousands of highly skilled professionals, including many from India who rely on H-1B work authorization.

Context shows Republicans want reforms to guard domestic workers and reduce foreign competition in STEM, with Roy continuing to push the measure after his bid for Texas attorney general did not pass the primary.

Backers include US Tech Workers, the Immigration Accountability Project, and the Federation for American Immigration Reform, with immigration-restriction groups broadly supportive.

Co-sponsor Eli Crane described the measure as prioritizing citizens over displacement by foreign workers.

Advocates argue the bill would curb abuses, raise wages, and better protect American workers.