#GENIUSAct The GENIUS Act (which stands for: Guarding Education and National Innovation for United States) is a bill introduced in the U.S. Congress aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of the United States by supporting immigrant students, particularly in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

The main objectives of the GENIUS Act:

Retaining international talent in STEM fields:

The act provides a pathway for permanent residency (green card) for international students who graduate from U.S. universities with advanced degrees in STEM fields.

Supporting innovation and economic growth:

By retaining high-skilled individuals in the United States, the act seeks to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.

Considering national security considerations:

The act also includes additional measures to vet individuals coming from certain countries, aiming to balance retaining talent with ensuring national security.

Beneficiary groups:

International students holding master's or doctoral degrees in STEM fields from accredited U.S. educational institutions.

American companies and research institutions seeking to hire high-skilled individuals.

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