FAWA

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Explore the details of House Bill 3516 FAWA currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/1/2024, 5:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3516

Bill 118 hr 3516, also known as the Federal Agency Workforce Accountability Act (FAWA), is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to increase accountability and transparency within federal agencies by requiring them to report on various workforce metrics.

Under FAWA, federal agencies would be required to report on the demographics of their workforce, including information on race, gender, age, and disability status. This data would be used to identify any disparities or inequities within the workforce and to develop strategies for addressing them.

Additionally, the bill would require agencies to report on employee satisfaction and engagement, as well as on the effectiveness of their diversity and inclusion programs. This information would be used to assess the overall health and effectiveness of the federal workforce and to make improvements where necessary. Overall, FAWA aims to promote a more diverse, inclusive, and accountable federal workforce by requiring agencies to regularly report on key workforce metrics. This information would help to identify areas for improvement and to ensure that federal agencies are effectively serving the American people.

Congressional Summary of HR 3516

Farmworker Access and Waiver Act or the FAWA

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to waive the interview requirement for certain returning H-2A (temporary agricultural workers) visa holders.

Specifically, this waiver shall apply to a visa holder who (1) previously had an H-2A visa and is returning to resume work with the same employer as the previous year, and (2) is not inadmissible. The waiver shall be valid for up to three years from issuance.

(Current law typically requires individuals applying for a nonimmigrant visa, such as an H-2A visa, to submit to an in-person interview, with waivers available in certain instances.)

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Current Status of Bill HR 3516

Bill HR 3516 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill HR 3516 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 18, 2023. Bill HR 3516's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 18, 2023