S. 5155: American Hiring Transparency Act


Quick Facts:

Bill Sponsor: Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL)

Congress: 119

Date Introduced: July 28, 2026

Last Action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (July 28, 2026)

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American Hiring Transparency Act

This bill mandates a new, non-waivable fee of at least $10,000 for any employer filing a permanent labor certification to hire an alien worker (which increases yearly based on inflation).

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