Indian-American Congressperson introduces new bill to keep STEM graduates in US

Michigan: Apna Punjab Media: Mr. Thanedar, US Congressman from the District of Michigan, has introduced HR 9023 legislation which will allow students to stay in the US after their studies. The KEEP (STEM) Graduates in America Act (H-1B) proposes changes to the visa process and increases the number of visas available each year to make living in the United States more accessible. The Congressman said he found that foreign students pursuing education in technology and science have contributed significantly to overall innovation and development. Thanedar placed great emphasis on the visa process for (STEM) (science, technology, engineering or mathematics) graduates. He used his personal experience to confirm the importance of this law. He said the KEEP (STEM) Graduates in America Act is an important and concrete step toward a future that helps graduates move forward by “expanding the availability of H-1B visas and making the process more streamlined.” Will get.” The United States has the greatest potential for innovation. Thanedar acknowledged the difficulties associated with obtaining a post-graduation H1-B visa.