US Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Terminate H-1B Visa Program

A new legislative proposal has emerged aimed at abolishing the H-1B visa program, a move spearheaded by US Representative Greg Steube. The Republican congressman from Florida has introduced the ‘Ending Exploitative Imported Labour Exemptions Act,’ referred to as the EXILE Act. This bill seeks to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act, aiming to terminate the H-1B visa program entirely.

Concerns Over H-1B Visa Program

Steube’s bill is rooted in the belief that the H-1B visa program has been misused by corporations. This system, he argues, has led to the influx of cheaper foreign labor at the expense of American workers. In a statement, he emphasized that prioritizing foreign labor undermines American values and national interests. He said, “We cannot preserve the American dream for our children while forfeiting their share to non-citizens.”

Impact on American Workforce

The proposed legislation claims that the current visa program has adversely affected many American workers, particularly in technical and professional fields. Some key statistics highlight this issue:

• Over 80% of H-1B visa recipients are either Indian or Chinese nationals.
• H-1B visas have impeded access to residency programs for more than 10,000 US physicians.
• In 2025, the approval of over 9,000 H-1B visas resulted in the displacement of more than 16,000 Microsoft employees.
• FedEx closed down over 100 facilities due to the utilization of the H-1B visa program.
• In 2014, Southern California Edison laid off 540 employees, later replacing them with workers from Indian outsourcing firms utilizing H-1B visas.

Recent Developments in Visa Regulations

Changes in visa regulations have heightened scrutiny for H-1B and its dependent H-4 visas. Since December 15 of last year, the State Department has implemented rigorous screening processes, including social media profile checks for applicants. This has caused disruptions, with several scheduled H-1B visa interviews in India being postponed for months.

The removal of the H-1B visa program has sparked varied reactions. As discussions continue, it remains clear that this proposal aims to refocus on American workers amid growing concerns regarding labor practices and national security.

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