Affordable and Secure Food Act of 2022

Senate Bill 5282 - Affordable and Secure Food Act of 2022: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2024-03-13T13:04:57Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 5282 Affordable and Secure Food Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/13/2024, 1:04 PM

Congressional Summary of S 5282

Affordable and Secure Food Act of 2022

This bill contains provisions related to alien farmworkers. For example, the bill (1) establishes a certified agricultural worker status; (2) changes the H-2A temporary worker program, including by establishing an electronic platform for handling H-2A petitions; (3) establishes an electronic system patterned on the E-Verify Program for employers to verify an individual's identity and employment authorization; and (4) requires agricultural employers to use the electronic verification system.

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Current Status of Bill S 5282

Bill S 5282 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 15, 2022. Bill S 5282 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on December 15, 2022. Bill S 5282's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of December 15, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5282

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5282

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Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5282

Affordable and Secure Food Act of 2022

Strategy and Investment in Rural Housing Preservation Act of 2022

A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for terms and conditions for nonimmigrant workers performing agricultural labor or services, and for other purposes.