Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS | https://www.dhswatchlist.com/
Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS | https://www.dhswatchlist.com/
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.
The average approval rate for H-1B petitions across the United States in 2024 stood at 98%, slightly higher than 2023's 97.3%.
Compared to 2023, the Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction sector in the North OKC News publication area saw an 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 | Health Care and Social Assistance | 13 | 27.7% | 100% | 0% |
| 2 | Educational Services | 10 | 21.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 8 | 17% | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | Construction | 3 | 6.4% | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | Other Services (except Public Administration) | 3 | 6.4% | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | Retail Trade | 3 | 6.4% | 100% | 0% |
| 7 | Information | 2 | 4.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 7 | Manufacturing | 2 | 4.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 9 | Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | 1 | 2.1% | 100% | 0% |
| 9 | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 1 | 2.1% | 100% | 0% |
| Company Name | Industry | Total Petitions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Objectstream, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5 | 100% | 0% |
| University of Central Oklahoma | Educational Services | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| Mercy Clinic Oklahoma Communities | Health Care and Social Assistance | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| Saints Medical Group, LLC | Health Care and Social Assistance | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Life. Church Operations, LLC | Other Services (except Public Administration) | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Loves Travel Stops and Country STO | Retail Trade | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Putnam City Schools | Educational Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Oklahoma Heart Hospital | Health Care and Social Assistance | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Oklahoma Christian University | Educational Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Nortek Air Solutions, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Langston University | Educational Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Integris Health, Inc. | Health Care and Social Assistance | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Talisman, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Business Imaging Systems, Inc. | Information | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Rise Concepts, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Topmark Homes, LLC | Construction | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| University of Oklahoma | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Nuveen Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery, PLLC | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Inpatient Physician Care Services | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Independent School District No 1 of Oklahoma County | Educational Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Fusion Industries, LLC | Construction | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Corys Audio Visual Services, LLC | Construction | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Black Swan Employerco, LLC | Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction | 1 | 100% | 0% |
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