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Chip Roy demands Texas State explain H-1B contract renewal
Republican US Representative Chip Roy has demanded answers from Texas State University over its decision to renew the contract of an H-1B visa holder, questioning whether qualified American workers were given a…
Republican US Representative Chip Roy has demanded answers from Texas State University over its decision to renew the contract of an H-1B visa holder, questioning whether qualified American workers were given a fair opportunity for the position. In a letter obtained by the Daily Caller, Roy asked the university to provide details on its H-1B workforce since fiscal year 2020, including the number of visa holders, their salaries, and recruitment efforts for US citizens.
The inquiry follows Texas Governor Greg Abbott's directive freezing new H-1B visa petitions by state agencies and universities through May 31, 2027. Roy cited data showing Texas is a leading state in Labor Condition Applications for H-1B workers, arguing the program does not serve the interests of Texas or the nation. The university has not yet publicly responded to the letter.
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Roy's letter targets a specific contract renewal, but the broader freeze ordered by Abbott affects all state entities in Texas, a major employer of H-1B workers. This mirrors a growing US political debate over whether the visa program displaces domestic talent or fills genuine skill gaps. Texas State employs hundreds of foreign faculty and staff, a halt on new petitions could strain departments reliant on specialised hires, especially in STEM fields. The next signal is whether the university complies with Roy's data request, which may influence federal scrutiny of the program.
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