Abbott Freezes H-1B Hiring at Texas Universities

Abbott Freezes H-1B Hiring at Texas Universities

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks during a news conference in the State Capitol in Austin on Aug. 15, 2025. Brandon Bell/Getty Images

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Jan. 27 that he has directed his state’s government agencies and public universities to cease any H-1B petitions for foreign workers.

Abbott informed state agency heads of the decision in a letter asking them to provide information about current H-1B status workers and petitions.

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Original News Source Link – Epoch Times

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