What is the current status of HR 6847?

HR 6847 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 6847?

HR 6847 was sponsored by Monica De La Cruz (R), Rep.

Fair Wages for Farmworkers Act

IntroducedDecember 18, 2025

Introduced10 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

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Introduced in House

Why This Matters

The Fair Wages for Farmworkers Act changes how wages are calculated for H-2A farmworkers, ensuring they receive fair pay based on local wage data. This helps protect these workers from being underpaid compared to local workers.

If you work as a farmworker on a temporary visa, your pay could be based on local wage standards.

Who this affects

nonimmigrant farmworkers · employers in agriculture

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires the Secretary of Labor to use state wage data for farmworker pay rates.
2It establishes a method to calculate the minimum wage for H-2A workers based on local wages.
3The bill allows the Secretary of Homeland Security to process H-2A worker petitions faster.
4It aims to ensure fair wages for nonimmigrant farmworkers in the U.S.
5The bill updates how wage rates are determined to protect workers from unfair pay.

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly

Fair Wages for Farmworkers Act

IntroducedDecember 18, 2025

Introduced10 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Introduced in House

Why This Matters

If you work as a farmworker on a temporary visa, your pay could be based on local wage standards.

Who this affects

nonimmigrant farmworkers · employers in agriculture

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires the Secretary of Labor to use state wage data for farmworker pay rates.
2It establishes a method to calculate the minimum wage for H-2A workers based on local wages.
3The bill allows the Secretary of Homeland Security to process H-2A worker petitions faster.
4It aims to ensure fair wages for nonimmigrant farmworkers in the U.S.
5The bill updates how wage rates are determined to protect workers from unfair pay.

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly