The Department of Labor (DOL) announced that it has created a final rule regarding H-2A visas. The rule is effective on June 28, 2024.
DOL created the rule to implement fair labor standards and ultimately strengthen protections for all farm workers in the country. The new rule includes the following provisions:
Adding new protections for worker self-advocacy.
- Clarifying “for cause” termination
- Ensuring employer accountability
- Ensuring timely wage changes for H-2A workers
- Making foreign labor recruitment more transparent
- Improving transportation safety
- Preventing labor exploitation and human trafficking
DOL has published a pre-publication version of the final rule in the Federal Register. H-2A applications that are filed before Aug. 28, 2024, will be processed according to the current regulations. Applications submitted on or after Aug. 29, 2024, will be processed in accordance with the new rule.
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