Texas freezes H-1B hiring at public institutions: How it affects careers for visa holders

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered all public universities and state agencies to freeze new H-1B visa petitions without approval from the Texas Workforce Commission through the end of the 2027 legislative session, The Texas Tribune reports. Institutions must submit detailed reports on current and planned H-1B hires, including job titles and visa status. The freeze affects international workers seeking specialised positions in education and medical centres, as universities comply while awaiting further guidance on future hires.