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Plan to Address Acute Worker Shortages

This law creates a temporary program allowing certain businesses facing severe worker shortages to hire foreign workers when U.S. workers are not available. It focuses on specific industries like food production, trucking, and repair services to help keep them operating smoothly.
Key points
Businesses in certain industries can temporarily hire foreign workers if they can't find enough U.S. workers.
This applies to specific sectors like food processing, trucking, and vehicle repair.
The program is set to run from fiscal years 2022 through 2024, with a chance for extension.
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Print number: 117_HR_7441
Sponsor: Rep. Bourdeaux, Carolyn [D-GA-7]
Process start date: 2022-04-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Acute Labor Shortage Solutions Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7441.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Businesses in certain industries can temporarily hire foreign workers if they can't find enough U.S. workers.
  • This applies to specific sectors like food processing, trucking, and vehicle repair.
  • The program is set to run from fiscal years 2022 through 2024, with a chance for extension.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bourdeaux, Carolyn [D-GA-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Labor Migration