A US immigration visa designed to support employees and entrepreneurial of start-up companies.

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Can I start a company and sponsor my H1b to work for that company?

I am currently on a student visa (F1) at a community college. About two years ago I was laid off from work. My former employer had filed for my H1B. After the lay off I did a change of status to be in ...
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Do the number of founders matter for the Startup Visa?

Under the current state of the Startup Visa, does the number of founders matter for the Startup Visa? Is the minimum investment still 250k$ if there are two foreign founders?
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Recent changes in entrepreneur / start-up immigrant rules in US

I have read recent changes/updates on entrepreneurs/start-up immigrant visa in US. http://www.dhs.gov/ynews/releases/20110802-napolitano-startup-job-creation-initiatives.shtm According to this, ...
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When will the Startup Visa be passed?

I know that the Startup Visa is under discussion in congress. But does anyone know when this visa will be passed, or what the process of passing the bill is? I'm looking for this visa.
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Would the startup visa be retroactive?

Would the startup visa, in its current state and if approved, be retroactive? What I mean is, if someone gets enough founding today, would they be able to apply for the visa when it gets approved?