Relief for H-1B Cap Gap is proposed; will benefit certain F-1 students
Extending Period of Optional Practical Training by 17 Months for F–1 Nonimmigrant Students With STEM Degrees and Expanding Cap-Gap Relief for All F–1 Students With Pending H–1B Petitions; Interim Final Rule
"This interim final rule is effective April 8, 2008. Written comments must be submitted on or before June 9, 2008." Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 68 / Tuesday, April 8, 2008.
see http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2008/pdf/E8-7427.pdf
