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How the new H-1B wage proposal could affect Indians
The proposed rule by the DOL was published in the Federal Register on March 27, 2026, and is followed by a 60-day public comment period.
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Clement C. Chang Esq - Mon, 06, Apr 2026
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On March 26, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a proposed rule that would significantly adjust the methodology for determining prevailing wages under the H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, and the permanent labor certification PERM programs.
If this proposed rule were to be finalized, then it would represent one of the most significant changes to the H-1B and PERM wage requirements in over two decades. The proposed rule by the DOL was published in the Federal Register on March 27, 2026, and is followed by a 60-day public comment period.
After that, DOL will review the public comments, and it would be a few more months before the final rule formally takes effect. Here is a breakdown of the key changes of the proposal and steps that employers should consider.
Also Read: U.S. moves to raise H-1B wage floors
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