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Freezing H-2A Agricultural Worker Wages to Stabilize Food Prices.

This act aims to keep wage rates for foreign agricultural workers (H-2A) at 2021 levels until the end of 2022 in certain states. This measure is intended to help stabilize food prices, potentially impacting citizens' grocery costs. The changes apply to states with low unemployment or high food price increases.
Key points
H-2A agricultural worker wage rates from 2021 will be frozen until December 31, 2022, in specific states.
The goal is to prevent food price increases by maintaining stable labor costs in agriculture.
This applies to states with low unemployment (under 5%) or where food prices have significantly risen.
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Print number: 117_S_3134
Sponsor: Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]
Process start date: 2021-11-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Keep Food Local and Affordable Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3134.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • H-2A agricultural worker wage rates from 2021 will be frozen until December 31, 2022, in specific states.
  • The goal is to prevent food price increases by maintaining stable labor costs in agriculture.
  • This applies to states with low unemployment (under 5%) or where food prices have significantly risen.
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 Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Labor Economy