ETAFinal Rule
Temporary Agricultural Employment of H-2A Nonimmigrants in the United States; Ratification of Department's Actions
AgricultureLabor & Workplace
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Summary
This regulation allows the U.S. Department of Labor to temporarily bring foreign workers to America to fill seasonal farming jobs through the H-2A visa program. The rule confirms that the department's previous actions managing this worker program were done properly and legally.
Key Points
- 1The H-2A program lets farms hire temporary workers from other countries when they cannot find enough American workers for seasonal agricultural jobs
- 2This regulation officially approves and confirms the Department of Labor's recent decisions about how to run the H-2A program
- 3The rule affects farmers who need temporary help during harvest seasons and foreign workers seeking short-term farm employment in the United States
- 4Farms using H-2A workers must follow specific rules about wages, housing, and working conditions set by the Department of Labor
- 5The regulation ensures the department's actions follow federal law and provides legal certainty for farms planning their seasonal workforce
Key Dates
Published
January 13, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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