On April 18, the president traveled to Kenosha, Wisc., to visit the headquarters of American tool manufacturer Snap-on Inc.
Bauer said he had not reviewed specifics on the president's plan emphasizing use of American-made products in certain federal projects but believes it could be good for Wisconsin in the long run. Tech companies claim that they can not hire enough American workers to fill the jobs they need, according to the New York Times. It was vague on many fronts, and did not change existing rules, but one objective, said Trump aides, is to modify or replace the current lottery for H-1B visas with a merit-based system that would restrict the visas to highly skilled workers. "T$3 oo many American workers who are as qualified, willing, and deserving to work in these fields have been ignored or unfairly disadvantaged", the agency said in a statement.
The order accords with Trump's campaign promise to review visa programs so as to prioritize American workers.
Neil Bradley, senior vice-president and Chief Policy Officer of the US Chamber of Commerce, said, "Economic growth requires a skilled workforce, so it should be a priority to make sure American workers have the skills required to fill open jobs with American companies".
U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order that asks the government to overhaul a visa program so that American workers will be hired first. The order will also strengthen rules prohibiting foreign contractors from bidding on government projects.
"We hope the goal of President Trump's executive order on the H-1B program is 'mend it, don't end it, '" said Robert Atkinson, president of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation, a technology industry group.
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The order addresses the Department of Labor, Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security and State Department to "take prompt action to crack down on fraud and abuse" within the USA immigration system in order to "protect workers". The US government has already received more than 200,000 applications this year. He made similar remarks about "Hire American" in February during a visit to a Boeing plant in SC.
White House officials told reporters that the "Buy American" section of the executive order will look to reinforce stricter adherence to laws requiring the federal government to purchase American-made products when possible.
Donald Trump, in one of his first acts as president, pulled the USA out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership. Those orders pledged to crack down on violators and Trump said, "Those who break the rules will face the consequences, and they will be very severe consequences'". The Chamber of Commerce added that it would be a "mistake to close the door on high-skilled workers" who can contribute to the growth and expansion of American businesses and make the USA more competitive around the world. "Not going to happen anymore".
The White House said the program is now undercutting American workers by bringing in cheaper labor and said some tech companies are using it to hire large numbers of workers and drive down wages.
In December 2016, almost 600 Indians in United States searched for jobs in India. "Everyone in my administration will be expected to enforce every last Buy American provision on behalf of the American worker, and we are going to investigate every single trade deal that undermines these provisions".
"The president's Executive Order is a shot in the arm for America's struggling middle class workers, and must now be followed up with legislation that makes permanent changes to our immigration system so it truly benefits America and its citizens".
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