The United States relies on temporary foreign workers to fill labor shortages in the agricultural and seasonal non-agricultural sectors, facilitated by the H-2A and H-2B visa programs. These programs, rooted in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) of 1952 and shaped by subsequent reforms, allow employers to hire foreign nationals when U.S. workers are unavailable....
The J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa, administered by the U.S. Department of State, is a cornerstone of international cultural and educational exchange. Established under the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 (Fulbright-Hays Act), this nonimmigrant visa facilitates temporary stays in the United States for individuals participating in approved programs that promote mutual understanding between...