What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is SJRES 25.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-25.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/sjres25/BILLS-118sjres25is.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC].

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 SJRES 25

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Congress Blocks New Wage Calculation Rule for H-2A Farm Workers.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: The resolution aims to reject a new federal rule defining minimum wage rates for foreign seasonal workers in agriculture. Blocking this rule means the previous method for calculating H-2A worker wages will remain in effect. This action affects the finances of agricultural businesses and the earnings of farm laborers.

Congress is seeking to nullify a new Department of Labor rule that changes how the minimum wage for temporary agricultural workers (H-2A program) is calculated. If this resolution passes, the new wage setting methodology, which was scheduled to take effect, will be blocked. This directly impacts labor costs for farmers and the wages paid to seasonal agricultural workers.

Key points

The resolution aims to reject a new federal rule defining minimum wage rates for foreign seasonal workers in agriculture.

Blocking this rule means the previous method for calculating H-2A worker wages will remain in effect.

This action affects the finances of agricultural businesses and the earnings of farm laborers.

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Additional Information

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Adverse Effect Wage Rate Methodology for the Temporary Employment of H-2A Nonimmigrants in Non-Range Occupations in the United States".

Print number: SJRES 25

Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]

Process start date: 2023-04-25

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Congress Blocks New Wage Calculation Rule for H-2A Farm Workers.

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