“Oregon’s colleges, universities, and research institutions rely on skilled international workers to keep labs running, courses on track, and innovation moving forward. This threatens Oregon’s ability to compete, educate, and grow.” – AG Dan Rayfield pic.twitter.com/OsspHorZ2p
— Attorney General Dan Rayfield (@AGDanRayfield) December 12, 2025
Doctors are usually brought in under J-1 visas. Registered Nurses under EB-3.
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— Greg Scott (@greg_scott) December 12, 2025
The Congressional Research Service notes that the U.S. has long relied on foreign physicians and that J‑1 visas are a major route for international medical graduates completing U.S. residency programs
https://www.congress.gov/crs-product/R47528
J‑1 is used for medical training, especially residencies and fellowships.
After training, many doctors pursue a J‑1 waiver (e.g., Conrad 30) to work in underserved areas.
Immi‑USA explains that nurses can obtain permanent residency through EB‑3 Schedule A, which bypasses labor certification.
https://www.immi-usa.com/immigration/healthcare-visa-green-card/