Ted H. Kim, Associate Director Refugee, Asylum and International Operations Directorate for USCIS | https://www.naco.org/
Ted H. Kim, Associate Director Refugee, Asylum and International Operations Directorate for USCIS | https://www.naco.org/
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 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry led the H-1B filings locally during 2024, with 44 petitions (72.1% of all submissions), and an approval rate of 93.2%. Meanwhile, the Manufacturing industry was the second largest contributor, filing eight petitions (13.1% of the total), with an approval rate of 87.5%.
Among local employers with petitions during 2024, EBS Minds It, Inc. stood out with 18 petitions and an approval rate of 94.4%, followed by VSD Infotech, LLC with six petitions and an approval rate of 100%.
Compared to 2023, the Grayson Times publication area saw a 38.6% increase 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 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 44 | 72.1% | 93.2% | 6.8% |
| 2 | Manufacturing | 8 | 13.1% | 87.5% | 12.5% |
| 3 | Health Care and Social Assistance | 6 | 9.8% | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | Educational Services | 1 | 1.6% | 0% | 100% |
| 4 | Retail Trade | 1 | 1.6% | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | Finance and Insurance | 1 | 1.6% | 100% | 0% |
| Company Name | Industry(ies) | Total Petitions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EBS Minds It, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 18 | 94.4% | 5.6% |
| VSD Infotech, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6 | 100% | 0% |
| Cloudworks, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5 | 60% | 40% |
| Imperial Group Manufacturing, Inc. | Manufacturing | 5 | 80% | 20% |
| Ingrain Systems, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| Texas Neurology Associates PA | Health Care and Social Assistance | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| Insignia Consultancy Solutions, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Drift Technician, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Safran Seats USA, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Muenster Memonal Hospital | Health Care and Social Assistance | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Unitedlex Corporation | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Uniquelytical Consulting, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Red River Equity Partners, LLC | Finance and Insurance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Narayan Investment, Inc. | Retail Trade | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Marathon Independent School District | Educational Services | 1 | 0% | 100% |
| Leverture, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| KPMG, LLP | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Globalwafers America, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Apta It Pro, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Advanced Information Technology Solutions, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
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