Jennifer B. Higgins, Deputy Director, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services | https://medium.com/the-u-s-digital-service/meet-the-dhs-digital-service-champions-may-2018-caee7dade2b
Jennifer B. Higgins, Deputy Director, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services | https://medium.com/the-u-s-digital-service/meet-the-dhs-digital-service-champions-may-2018-caee7dade2b
Employers are classified under industries based on their reported operations and may be involved in multiple industries.
The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to temporarily hire foreign workers in specialty occupations requiring specialized knowledge and at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. It is designed to address skill gaps in the U.S. workforce while ensuring wage standards to protect both U.S. and H-1B workers. Employers must certify that they will pay H-1B workers wages equal to or greater than those of similarly qualified U.S. employees or the prevailing local wage.
In 2024, the average approval rate for H-1B petitions across the United States stood at 98%, slightly higher than 2023's 97.3%.
The Educational Services industry led the H-1B filings in the El Paso Standard publication area during 2024, with 17 petitions (39.5% of all submissions), and an approval rate of 100%.
Among local employers with petitions during 2024, Texas Technician University stood out with 16 petitions and an approval rate of 100%, followed by Helen of Troy Nevada Corporation with four petitions and an approval rate of 100%.
Compared to 2023, the El Paso Standard publication area saw a 14% decrease in the number of H-1B petitions during 2024.
The United States admits around 1 million legal immigrants annually, most of whom receive permanent residence (green cards) through family sponsorship or employment-based visas. In 2023, about 1.2 million immigrants were granted green cards, a return to pre-pandemic levels. Temporary visa programs, such as the H-1B for highly skilled workers and H-2A for seasonal agricultural workers, also play a critical role in filling workforce needs.
Public opinion on immigration varies, with 46% of Americans favoring maintaining current legal immigration levels, according to a 2024 Pew Research Center survey. Additionally, 42% believe that highly skilled workers, such as scientists, doctors, and programmers, should be prioritized for legal immigration, compared to 25% who prioritize workers filling labor shortages and 19% who emphasize family sponsorship. Despite this, family sponsorship remains the most common path to permanent residency, accounting for 63% of green cards issued in 2023.
The data in this article comes from the H-1B Employer Data Hub provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). While USCIS strives for accuracy, manual data entry and errors on paper forms submitted by applicants or petitioners may result in discrepancies in employer names, tax IDs, locations, or other details.
| Rank | Industry | Total Petitions | % of All Submissions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Educational Services | 17 | 39.5% | 100% | 0% |
| 2 | Manufacturing | 6 | 14% | 100% | 0% |
| 2 | Wholesale Trade | 6 | 14% | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5 | 11.6% | 100% | 0% |
| 5 | Health Care and Social Assistance | 4 | 9.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 6 | Accommodation and Food Services | 3 | 7% | 100% | 0% |
| 7 | Management of Companies and Enterprises | 2 | 4.7% | 100% | 0% |
| Company Name | Industry(ies) | Total Petitions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Technician University | Educational Services | 16 | 100% | 0% |
| Helen of Troy Nevada Corporation | Wholesale Trade | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| Zyon Digital Solutions, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Bizlink Technician, Inc. | Manufacturing | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| El Paso Communication Systems, Inc. | Wholesale Trade | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Hunt MH Shared Services, LLC | Management of Companies and Enterprises | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Prod Design and Analysis, Inc. | Manufacturing | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Shria Management, LLC | Accommodation and Food Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| El Paso County Hospital District | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| El Paso Pellicano Family Dentistry | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Eagle Health Analytics | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Hsta, Inc. | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Lauterbach Borschow and Company, PC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Palette Hotels, LLC | Accommodation and Food Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Rebl Enterprises, LLC | Educational Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| BRP US, Inc. | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Zaragoza Dental Care, PLLC | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
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