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Freezing H-2A Temporary Agricultural Worker Wages Through December 2023.

This bill mandates freezing the minimum required wage (Adverse Effect Wage Rate or AEWR) for temporary foreign agricultural workers (H-2A visa holders). The wage rate in effect on December 1, 2022, must remain the standard until December 31, 2023. This measure aims to provide cost stability for farm operators but limits potential wage increases for these workers.
Key points
The minimum required wage for H-2A foreign agricultural workers is frozen at the December 1, 2022, rate.
This wage freeze is effective until the end of 2023, aiming to stabilize labor costs for US farms.
The change specifically modifies how the Department of Labor implements the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR).
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Print number: 118_S_874
Sponsor: Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA]
Process start date: 2023-03-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Farm Operations Support Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_874.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The minimum required wage for H-2A foreign agricultural workers is frozen at the December 1, 2022, rate.
  • This wage freeze is effective until the end of 2023, aiming to stabilize labor costs for US farms.
  • The change specifically modifies how the Department of Labor implements the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR).
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. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA].

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 2025-12-27.

CATEGORIES

Labor Migration Agriculture