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The ability to keep your NIW when changing employers depends on whether you continue to pursue the same endeavor that was the basis for your NIW approval. If you maintain the same type of work in the same field, even with a different employer, you likely can keep your NIW. However, if you change to a completely different field or type of work, you may need to start a new green card process. For certainty, it's advisable to consider filing a new green card application or NIW when changing employers.

If your employer fails to pay you after starting your H-1B employment, it can pose challenges for future H-1B transfers. To address this:

• File a complaint with the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division.
• You can file online or by phone (search for "LCA complaint US Department of Labor").
• This complaint serves as evidence explaining the lack of pay stubs during future H-1B transfers.
• Employers must start paying when you're ready to work or within 30 days (if coming from outside the US) or 60 days (if already in the US), whichever is earlier.
• Filing a complaint may help you recover unpaid wages and protect your ability to transfer your H-1B in the future.

To maintain your green card during extended absences:

• Brief trips under 6 months are generally fine. 
• For longer absences Apply for a re-entry permit, allowing travel for up to 2 years.Consider filing  Form N-470 to preserve continuous residence for naturalization.
• Avoid absences of 6 months or more; return within 6 months each time.
• Maintain strong ties to the U.S. (family, home, job) to demonstrate intent to reside permanently.
• If travels are work-related and you have significant U.S. ties, your green card status is less likely to be at risk.
• Absences of one year or more can lead to loss of green card status without proper documentation.

The USCIS is currently focusing on two main aspects when evaluating NIW petitions:

1. National Importance of Your Work:

They want to see how your specific work benefits the entire country, not just your immediate sphere of influence.

Example: For a neurosurgeon, saving lives locally isn't enough; they want to see a broader national impact.

2. Comparative Contribution:

USCIS is looking at how your work stands out from others in your field.

They want to see that your contribution is not just significant but also distinguishable from your peers' work.

These two factors are currently the primary focus in NIW evaluations, leading to higher rejection rates for petitions that don't adequately address these specific points.

Passage of the Bill: It's unlikely to pass the Senate in its current form, despite passing the House. Such provisions often face significant opposition when bundled into larger bills, and there's limited political support for a tax specifically targeting non-citizens sending money home.

Tax Credit Eligibility: Generally, non-citizens are not eligible for most US tax credits, particularly those intended for citizens or permanent residents. While specific tax credit eligibility is complex and depends on individual circumstances and the credit itself, the expert notes that a tax credit component for non-immigrants would defeat the bill's apparent purpose.

Admitting to an unsuccessful job search on a B-2 visa extension application is unlikely to negatively affect approval, and honesty is always recommended. While not explicitly required, it's a logical and natural detail to include in your extension request, especially since your initial B-2 was likely for job searching.

When seeking an extension, you should:

1. Detail your job search efforts, including specific companies you've interviewed with and the outcomes.
2. Demonstrate sufficient funds to cover your stay without unauthorized employment.

Providing specific details about your job hunt adds credibility to your petition.

No, you can potentially stay on a B-2 visa after H-1B employment ends, even if you've used a grace period before.

Here's why: The 60-day H-1B grace period renews with every new H-1B approval (extension, amendment, or transfer). Therefore, if you received a new H-1B approval with your current employer, you would have a fresh 60-day grace period.

During this grace period, you can file for a B-2 (visitor) visa to remain in the US. You are not considered unlawfully present until your B-2 application is denied. However, it's crucial to consult an immigration lawyer for personalized advice.