USCIS Updates: H-2B Returning Worker Allocation Reached for FY 2026
With the second H-2B returning worker allocation for FY 2026 now reached, the focus is already on Fall 2026 filings (1st half of FY 2027) On April 29, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and...
Category: H-2B
H-2B Update | Second Half Supplemental Cap (FY 2026)
The Bernard Firm is providing the following update regarding the H-2B program. The second half supplemental cap is being administered on a first-come, first-served basis (no lottery)....
What Employers Need to Know: FY 2026 H-2B Supplemental Cap Rule Explained
This year’s H-2B supplemental cap rule — published officially in the Federal Register — marks a significant development for U.S. businesses that rely on temporary non-agricultural...
EB-3 Green Cards vs. H-2B Visas: Which Is Better for Filling Seasonal Labor Shortages
Industries like hospitality, landscaping, and food processing often experience recurring seasonal labor shortages. To fill these roles, employers typically turn to visa programs. Two of the...
Ban on Commercial Truck Driver Visas
The Department of State has announced the immediate suspension of all worker visas for commercial truck drivers. On August 21, 2025, Secretary of State Marco Rubio cited concerns about road...