Overview

• President Trump’s Sept. 19 proclamation imposes a $100,000 one‑time charge on each new H‑1B petition filed after Sept. 21, with existing holders and many renewals exempt.
• Unions, employers, higher‑ed groups and religious organizations have sued in federal court, arguing the White House exceeded its authority and documenting projected harms to hospitals, schools and churches.
• A complaint highlights that a major nurse recruiter could shut U.S. operations and a dual‑language school network may cut staff or cap enrollment due to the added cost.
• The University of Southern California urged faculty and staff on H‑1B status to postpone international travel, reflecting heightened operational caution on campuses.
• A coalition representing chipmakers, software firms and retailers warned the fee will constrict hiring, as Nvidia told employees it will keep sponsoring H‑1Bs and cover all associated costs.