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Farm Operations Support Act
12/14/2023, 8:15 AM
Summary of Bill HR 3308
The Farm Operations Support Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3308, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide support and assistance to farmers and agricultural workers across the country.
One key aspect of the Farm Operations Support Act is the provision of financial assistance to farmers who have been negatively impacted by natural disasters, such as hurricanes, floods, or droughts. This assistance would help farmers recover from these disasters and continue to operate their farms.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve access to resources and information for farmers, such as technical assistance and training programs. This would help farmers stay up to date on the latest agricultural practices and technologies, ultimately improving the efficiency and sustainability of their operations. Furthermore, the Farm Operations Support Act aims to address issues related to labor shortages in the agricultural industry. The bill includes provisions to streamline the process for hiring foreign agricultural workers, as well as measures to protect the rights and safety of all farm workers. Overall, the Farm Operations Support Act is designed to provide much-needed support to farmers and agricultural workers, helping them overcome challenges and thrive in an ever-changing industry.
One key aspect of the Farm Operations Support Act is the provision of financial assistance to farmers who have been negatively impacted by natural disasters, such as hurricanes, floods, or droughts. This assistance would help farmers recover from these disasters and continue to operate their farms.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve access to resources and information for farmers, such as technical assistance and training programs. This would help farmers stay up to date on the latest agricultural practices and technologies, ultimately improving the efficiency and sustainability of their operations. Furthermore, the Farm Operations Support Act aims to address issues related to labor shortages in the agricultural industry. The bill includes provisions to streamline the process for hiring foreign agricultural workers, as well as measures to protect the rights and safety of all farm workers. Overall, the Farm Operations Support Act is designed to provide much-needed support to farmers and agricultural workers, helping them overcome challenges and thrive in an ever-changing industry.
Congressional Summary of HR 3308
Farm Operations Support Act
This bill freezes the minimum wage for H-2A (temporary agricultural workers) through December 31, 2023.
Specifically, the adverse effect wage rate that was in effect in a state on December 1, 2022, shall remain in effect through December 31, 2023.
(Generally, the minimum wage for an H-2A worker is the highest of the adverse effect wage rate, the prevailing hourly wage or piece rate, the federal minimum wage, or the applicable state minimum wage.)
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Current Status of Bill HR 3308
Bill HR 3308 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 15, 2023. Bill HR 3308 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 15, 2023. Bill HR 3308's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 15, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3308
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
28Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
22Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3308
Primary Policy Focus
ImmigrationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3308
Farm Operations Support Act
Farm Operations Support Act
To direct the Secretary of Labor to modify the implementation of the adverse effect wage rate for H-2A nonimmigrants.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3308
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