The US immigration system should streamline visas for high-skilled immigrants that can contribute to our economy, believes Republican Senator Orrin Hatch. The current method, allowing a large amount of people to come in on a lottery, is counterproductive and doesn’t serve the country’s best interests. Family members of immigrants that are here are also prioritized, which is inefficient. Smart legal immigrants are a huge boon to American businesses. Making it easier for students to stay in the country is another step that would benefit the country. A merit-based immigration system is the fairest and best way to chose who comes in.