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.
