New Immigration Rule Changes: What Companies and HR Leaders Must Know Now

Immigration policy shifts in recent months have created significant changes for employees and employers. Between September and October 2025 alone, three major rule changes took effect:

• A 100,000 fee for certain H-1B visa petitions
• Termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for several countries
• New restrictions on where and how employees can renew their visas

The legal and technical details of these changes are complex. The human impact, however, is immediate and clear.

Employees face uncertainty about their ability to remain in the United States. Families confront questions about their future. Workers who have built careers and lives here must navigate an evolving policy landscape with limited guidance.

HR professionals find themselves on the front lines of this challenge. Employees look to their employers for guidance, reassurance, and support during a time when clear answers are scarce. The role of HR extends far beyond compliance, encompassing communication, empathy, and advocacy for affected workers.