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In limbo, some families in the US with H-1B visas begin to make other plans

September 17, 2018Immigration

The federal government is resolute that it will end a program that gives spouses of H-1B visa holders authorization to work. They just haven’t said when.

In this cartoon, a frowning boy in a pointed birthday hat sits in front of a cake with '21' written on it.

You’re a young student and your visa is tied to your parents. You’re about to age out. What do you do next?

February 12, 2018Justice
Woman hugs man in evening scene in front of building

The children of H-1B visa holders are growing up — and still waiting for green cards

February 8, 2018Education

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