I agree. The employer lock-in is very silly, and unproductive. It puts these people at a disadvantage in negotiations, which means they are even more likely to

I agree. The employer lock-in is very silly, and unproductive. It puts these people at a disadvantage in negotiations, which means they are even more likely to accept lower salaries, and drive down the wages of Americans. Even from an "America first" perspective, you should want H1-B holders to have freedom of movement.