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Domestic visa policy update

DHS Secretary Mullin discusses H-1B visa

Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Jun 03, 2026 · Last updated Jun 03, 2026

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Market Impact

The discussion around H-1B visa policy, particularly potential exemptions for medical and educational professionals, could impact the availability of skilled labor in critical sectors within the United States>>>. This could affect the operational costs and service delivery of healthcare providers and educational institutions, especially in rural areas. The expedited processing fee for the H-1B visa also represents a significant cost for employers and applicants.

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Event Summary

Markwayne Mullin, Secretary of the United States — United States Department of Homeland Security>>>, revealed that over 2 lakh applicants paid USD 100,000 for expedited H-1B visa processing in fiscal year 2026, out of 2.86 lakh total applications. This fee allows for processing in about 15 days, compared to 7.5 months for standard applications. US Senator Susan Collins>>> raised concerns about the shortage of doctors in rural areas of the United States>>> and advocated for an exemption from this fee for medical professionals. Senator Lisa Murkowski>>> also highlighted teacher shortages in rural Alaska. Mullin assured the senators he would consider solutions for flexibility on a case-by-case basis for such applications.

Entities Involved
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United States — United States Department of Homeland Security
The United States — United States Department of Homeland Security>>> is responsible for processing H-1B visa applications and has received 2.86 lakh applications in fiscal year 2026, with over 2 lakh paying the expedited fee.
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Markwayne Mullin
As Secretary of the United States — United States Department of Homeland Security>>>, Markwayne Mullin>>> revealed the number of H-1B visa applicants who paid the expedited processing fee and is considering exemptions for medical professionals.
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United States
The United States>>> is the country where the H-1B visa program is implemented, and its rural areas face shortages of doctors and teachers, prompting discussions about visa fee exemptions.
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Susan Collins
Susan Collins>>>, a US Senator, raised concerns about the shortage of doctors in rural areas and advocated for exemptions from the H-1B visa fee for medical professionals.
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Lisa Murkowski
Lisa Murkowski>>>, a Republican Senator from Alaska, highlighted the shortage of teachers in rural school districts in her state and plans to follow up on H-1B visas for teachers.
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United States — United States Department of Homeland Security related ↔ Markwayne Mullin
United States — United States Department of Homeland Security related ↔ United States
United States — United States Department of Homeland Security related ↔ Susan Collins
United States — United States Department of Homeland Security related ↔ Lisa Murkowski
Markwayne Mullin related ↔ United States
Markwayne Mullin related ↔ Susan Collins
Markwayne Mullin related ↔ Lisa Murkowski
United States related ↔ Susan Collins
United States related ↔ Lisa Murkowski
Susan Collins related ↔ Lisa Murkowski
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