Fairness for High-Skilled Americans Act of 2025

4/3/2025, 12:01 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2315

Bill 119 HR 2315 aims to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act by eliminating the Optional Practical Training (OPT) Program. The OPT Program allows international students in the United States to work in their field of study for a certain period of time after graduation.

The bill proposes to remove this program and make other changes to the immigration system. The exact details of these changes are not specified in the summary, but it is clear that the bill has broader implications for immigration policy in the United States.

The bill is currently being debated in Congress and has sparked controversy among lawmakers and stakeholders. Supporters argue that eliminating the OPT Program will protect American jobs and prioritize the employment of US citizens. Opponents, on the other hand, believe that the program is essential for attracting and retaining international talent in the US workforce. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2315 is a significant piece of legislation that could have far-reaching effects on the immigration system and the US economy. It will be important to closely monitor the progress of this bill as it moves through the legislative process.

Congressional Summary of HR 2315

Fairness for High-Skilled Americans Act of 2025

This bill eliminates the Optional Practical Training Program or any successor program, unless Congress expressly authorizes such a program. (The program provides an F-1 student visa holder temporary employment authorization before or after completion of the student's studies, or both.)

Current Status of Bill HR 2315

Bill HR 2315 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 25, 2025. Bill HR 2315 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 25, 2025.  Bill HR 2315's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of March 25, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2315

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
3
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2315

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2315

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to eliminate the Optional Practical Training Program, and for other purposes.To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to eliminate the Optional Practical Training Program, and for other purposes.
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