Mayor of League City in Texas says publican entities must not use H-1B
In a bold move, League City Mayor Nick Long expressed his disapproval of public agencies using the H-1B visa program. He believes that taxpayer-backed roles should be reserved for citizens and local alumni. This viewpoint was articulated following Texas State University's recent attempt to bring on an H-1B Public Relations Specialist.
Mayor Nick Long of League City, Texas, has voiced his opposition to the H-1B visa program, arguing that taxpayer-funded jobs should be reserved for local residents. This stance emerged after Texas State University announced a filing for an H-1B Public Relations Specialist position. The university's proactive approach to hiring sparked a debate, with Scott Bowen, a Republican candidate for the Texas House of Representatives, questioning the qualifications of local graduates.
Long echoed these sentiments, asserting that public entities should not utilize the H-1B program, emphasizing that taxpayers should benefit from taxpayer-funded employment. It's important to note that certain categories of H1B petitions, including those for higher education institutions, are exempt from the annual numerical cap on H1B visas.
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