Bill · H.R. 7961· House(119-HR-7961)

H–1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act

Age: 40 years

New York

Introduced: 3/17/2026
Last activity: 3/17/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by: Michael Lawler
Cosponsors: - 7 - 61

Immigration

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill is called the ``H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act''. It was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 17, 2026. The legislation deals with a specific Presidential Proclamation from September 19, 2025, that restricts the entry of certain nonimmigrant workers. Under that proclamation, H-1B workers generally face a restriction unless their petitions include a $100,000 payment. This bill exempts H-1B health care workers from that restriction. It also prohibits charging these health care workers any fee that exceeds the standard fee set forth in the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Yes· 3 of 6

Would immigrants be better off under this?+6
The bill significantly reduces the financial barriers and entry restrictions for H-1B healthcare workers entering the country.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+4
The bill facilitates the entry of healthcare workforce members into the United States, which helps address medical staffing needs.
Is this likely to create jobs?+3
By removing the $100,000 supplemental payment requirement, the bill makes it easier for healthcare employers to hire H-1B workers.