Economy
May 17, 2019
AGC Supports Welcoming Skilled Immigrants to the U.S.
Written by Sandy Williams
The Associated General Contractors of America applauded the Trump administration’s plan to welcome skilled immigrants to the United States. AGC says the immigration policy would help the construction industry fill workforce shortages.
Trump’s plan would prioritize approval of immigrants based on skill or merit. The points-based system would favor young, educated, highly-skilled individuals who can demonstrate English proficiency, pass a civics exam, and, preferably, have a job offer.
