The Department of Homeland Security notified the Federal Register of a procedural change to the H‑1B visa allocation system, signaling that the administration will implement a weighted selection mechanism to prioritize candidates with higher wages and advanced qualifications. The rulemaking, slated for publication on September 24, aims to refine the annual quota lottery by allocating selection probability in line with employer compensation levels and candidate skill profiles. Market participants should expect adjustments in employer sponsorship strategies and recruitment planning for high‑skilled positions, as the policy seeks to enhance administrative efficiency within statutory numerical limits while preserving existing exemptions and compliance requirements.