Washington has discovered a way to make immigration paperwork cost more than some houses. As The Hill reports, the Department of Homeland Security formally published a proposed rule yesterday that would add a $103,265 fee to every cap-subject H-1B petition, including petitions under the advanced-degree exemption. The charge would come on top of the filing…
One Big Beautiful Bill or One Big Mess?
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) has officially crossed the legislative finish line, signed into law yesterday by President Trump in what is already being called one of the most sweeping policy packages in modern American history. Clocking in at nearly 2,000 pages and covering everything from border security and energy independence to student…
Delaware’s $15 Minimum Wage: A Temporary Fix or Long-Term Solution?
As the clock struck midnight on January 1, Delaware workers and business owners woke up to a dramatic shift: the state’s minimum wage jumped to $15 an hour. On paper, this seems like a win for employees, offering a potential boost to their financial security. But for business owners — especially smaller ones — it’s…
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