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Voice for Farm Workers Act of 2023
3/13/2024, 7:35 PM
Summary of Bill S 2702
The Voice for Farm Workers Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 2702, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide additional protections and rights for farm workers in the United States.
One of the key provisions of the Voice for Farm Workers Act is the establishment of a mandatory minimum wage for farm workers. This minimum wage would be set at a level that is higher than the current federal minimum wage, in order to ensure that farm workers are fairly compensated for their labor.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve working conditions for farm workers, such as requiring employers to provide adequate housing and transportation for their employees. It also seeks to strengthen protections against discrimination and harassment in the workplace. Another important aspect of the Voice for Farm Workers Act is the establishment of a process for farm workers to collectively bargain with their employers. This would give farm workers a stronger voice in negotiating their wages and working conditions, and help to ensure that their rights are protected. Overall, the Voice for Farm Workers Act of 2023 aims to address some of the longstanding issues facing farm workers in the United States and to provide them with the protections and rights that they deserve. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate fate will depend on the support of lawmakers and advocacy groups.
One of the key provisions of the Voice for Farm Workers Act is the establishment of a mandatory minimum wage for farm workers. This minimum wage would be set at a level that is higher than the current federal minimum wage, in order to ensure that farm workers are fairly compensated for their labor.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve working conditions for farm workers, such as requiring employers to provide adequate housing and transportation for their employees. It also seeks to strengthen protections against discrimination and harassment in the workplace. Another important aspect of the Voice for Farm Workers Act is the establishment of a process for farm workers to collectively bargain with their employers. This would give farm workers a stronger voice in negotiating their wages and working conditions, and help to ensure that their rights are protected. Overall, the Voice for Farm Workers Act of 2023 aims to address some of the longstanding issues facing farm workers in the United States and to provide them with the protections and rights that they deserve. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate fate will depend on the support of lawmakers and advocacy groups.
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Current Status of Bill S 2702
Bill S 2702 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2023. Bill S 2702 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 27, 2023.  Bill S 2702's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S3765) as of July 27, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2702
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
18Democrat Cosponsors
18Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2702
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 2702
Voice for Farm Workers Act of 2023
Voice for Farm Workers Act of 2023
A bill to amend the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994 to reauthorize the position of Farmworker Coordinator.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2702
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