ENGLER LLC for ABRAHAM STRATEGIES LLC ON BEHALF OF NASSCOM
What was lobbied
One issue area, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Immigration IMM
Issues related to immigration and trade policy, Skilled working training. Issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, closure or restricted services of USCIS offices and the inability of H1-B visa holders to renew visas in a timely fashion. Issues and economic impact of visa restrictions limiting high skilled foreign workers with valid nonimmigrant visas from traveling to the US to work at a time when their technical skills are essential to support priorities like medical research and critical infrastructure. Coordinating virtual briefing on 2021-22 federal policies.
Foreign entity interest: National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM), a foreign entity, would benefit from a continuation of the current H1B visa program. Additionally, the global technical services sector has a significant need for trained and skilled employees and is actively working to accelerate or create programs in the U.S. that will meet these needs.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JOHN ENGLER | — |
Shown as published by the Senate Office of Public Records and the House Clerk under the Lobbying Disclosure Act. The official filing is the record; open it for the full form.