What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 2207.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-24.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s2207/BILLS-117s2207is.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Thune, John [R-SD].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 2207

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More Workers for Forest Restoration: Temporary Immigration Rule Changes.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Increases the number of temporary foreign workers (H-2B visa) for the forestry sector, exempting them from the general cap. Covered activities include tree planting, nursery care, forest management, fire prevention, and land reclamation. These changes will be in effect for 5 years from the act's enactment date, excluding landscaping and groundskeeping work.

This bill temporarily increases the number of available non-U.S. workers for forest conservation and restoration efforts. This aims to support forest health and fire prevention, potentially impacting safety and the environment in certain areas.

Key points

Increases the number of temporary foreign workers (H-2B visa) for the forestry sector, exempting them from the general cap.

Covered activities include tree planting, nursery care, forest management, fire prevention, and land reclamation.

These changes will be in effect for 5 years from the act's enactment date, excluding landscaping and groundskeeping work.

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Additional Information

A bill to temporarily increase the availability of temporary nonimmigrant nonagricultural workers for the purposes of restoring American forests, and for other purposes.

Print number: S 2207

Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]

Process start date: 2021-06-24

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More Workers for Forest Restoration: Temporary Immigration Rule Changes.

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