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The US Department of Labor proposed new rules in May to modernize the application process for H2B visas. The DOL says that the new procedures will enhance worker protection under the temporary labor certification program.  The public can comment on the changes until July 7.

In one of the most important changes, employers would be prohibited from passing on application and other related costs to foreign workers in the H2B program. These changes are just the latest step in the department’s program to renew and update foreign worker program regulations at all levels, which began in August 2007.

“These proposed improvements will give the department additional tools to protect workers and remove duplicative bureaucracy,” said Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao.

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