Keep STEM Talent Act of 2025

Path to Permanent Residency: Qualified individuals who earn a master's degree or higher in a STEM field from an accredited U.S. institution and have specific job offers can obtain lawful permanent resident status (Section 3(a)).

Family Inclusion: The bill extends the opportunity for lawful permanent resident status to the spouses and children of qualified advanced STEM degree holders (Section 3(a)(I)(IV)).

Visa Flexibility: Students pursuing advanced STEM degrees can obtain or change their status to pursue these degrees even if they are actively seeking lawful permanent resident status (Section 3(d)).

Efficient Processing: The Secretary of Homeland Security and the Secretary of State are directed to process applications in a timely manner to support graduate education (Section 2(b)).

Increased Vetting Requirements: Students seeking advanced degrees in STEM must undergo academic credential verification, comprehensive background checks, and interviews equivalent to those seeking admission from outside the U.S. (Section 2(b)).

Strict Application Timing: Students seeking to pursue an advanced degree in a STEM field at the master's level or higher must apply for admission prior to beginning their degree program (Section 2(a)).