Executive Order Regarding Federal Contracts and H-1B Workers

President today signed another executive order limiting employment of foreign workers including H-1B employees in the U.S.  The Executive Order, entitled "Executive Order on Aligning Federal Contracting and Hiring Practices With the Interests of American Workers", mandates Federal agencies to review their contracting and hiring practices to ensure that priority is given to American workers.   The review will include contract work to be performed inside and outside of the United States, as well as and sub-contract work.  The Executive Order also once again requests DOL and DHS to investigate any violations of the H-1B program regarding working conditions, wages, etc., specifically targeting secondary employers and off-site employment.