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Chuck Grassley: “Our first obligation is to American workers, and to encourage, if not hold accountable, those firms that are looking to…”

On the recordMay 5, 2009
Our first obligation is to American workers, and to encourage, if not hold accountable, those firms that are looking to fill spots to first turn to the talent pool in America.
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Chuck Grassley
Republican · Iowa

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Grassley emphasizes prioritizing American workers over H-1B visa holders.

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