Rep. Watson Coleman introduced legislation to counter President Trump's H-1B worker restrictions, aiming to support U.S. employers.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressional action on H-1B visa restrictions: Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman has introduced legislation aimed at nullifying President Trump's September 2025 proclamation which imposed strict wage requirements and high fees on employers of H-1B workers. Dubbed the Welcoming International Success Act, the legislation seeks to support lawful immigration policies that contribute to economic growth.
Background on the importance of H-1B program: The H-1B visa program is designed to attract skilled workers from abroad to fill labor shortages in various sectors, including technology and healthcare. Watson Coleman stated, “The H-1B program does not replace the domestic workforce; it serves as a bridge between U.S. talent and global talent that fuels U.S. economic growth.”
Cosponsors and legislative goals: The Welcoming International Success Act is co-sponsored by several congressional representatives and aims to address a potential nursing shortage exacerbated by recent federal policies. The full text of the bill is available for public review.
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Bonnie Watson Coleman Fundraising
Bonnie Watson Coleman recently disclosed $18.9K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 30th, 2026. This was the 1184th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 81.0% came from individual donors.
Watson Coleman disclosed $72.1K of spending. This was the 877th most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Watson Coleman disclosed $46.6K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 1240th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Bonnie Watson Coleman's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Bonnie Watson Coleman Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Bonnie Watson Coleman:
- H.R.7859: To provide that the Proclamation entitled, "Restriction On Entry Of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers" shall have no force or effect.
- H.R.7858: To require the Secretary of Energy to conduct a study on the effect of data centers on communities of color and low-income communities, and for other purposes.
- H.R.7566: Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act of 2026
- H.R.7479: WORK to Save Lives Act
- H.R.7456: Fundamental Immigration Fairness Act
- H.R.7385: PrEP Assistance Program Act
You can track bills proposed by Bonnie Watson Coleman on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Watson Coleman.
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