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Introduced on April 3, 2025 by Bill Foster
This bill aims to keep more science and tech talent in the U.S. It would let people who earn a U.S. master’s or higher degree in a STEM field get a green card if they have a related job offer that pays above the local median wage and get required approval from the Department of Labor. Their spouses and children could also qualify. These green cards would not count against annual caps. STEM fields covered include computing, engineering, math, biology, physical sciences, agriculture, and natural resources.
For students, it adds security steps and clearer rules. People coming for advanced STEM study must apply to enter the U.S. before starting the program. Homeland Security and State must verify credentials, run background checks, and hold interviews, while keeping processing timely. They must also report each year on application numbers, wait times, security results, and economic effects. The bill also lets advanced STEM students on F visas study even if they plan to become permanent residents (known as “dual intent”).
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