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Maintaining Stable Wage Rates for H-2A Farm Workers

This act aims to keep wage rates for H-2A foreign agricultural workers at their late 2023 levels until the end of 2026. This is intended to provide cost stability for farms. For workers, it means their minimum wage rates will not change for the next few years.
Key points
Wage rates for H-2A agricultural workers will be frozen at December 31, 2023 levels until December 31, 2026.
The method for determining wages for workers performing multiple tasks will be based on an evaluation of their primary duties.
These changes aim to support the financial stability of farms employing H-2A workers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1624
Sponsor: Rep. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-2]
Process start date: 2025-02-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting Farm Operations Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1624.

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 2025-02-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Wage rates for H-2A agricultural workers will be frozen at December 31, 2023 levels until December 31, 2026.
  • The method for determining wages for workers performing multiple tasks will be based on an evaluation of their primary duties.
  • These changes aim to support the financial stability of farms employing H-2A workers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

CATEGORIES

Agriculture Labor Migration