importantSYS.SOURCE: NBER• 2026-08-10T04:06:10Z
Long-Run Economic Impacts of H-1B Immigration on U.S. Industries and Workers
The study finds that H-1B immigration increased incomes for native and existing immigrant workers, particularly in non-STEM roles, through supply chain productivity gains without significant effects on patenting. These findings suggest productivity improvements from task execution rather than innovation-driven growth.
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