HJRES 154
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to the Adverse Effect Wage Rate.
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Bill overview
This joint resolution seeks to overturn a rule issued by the Department of Labor regarding wage rates for H-2A nonimmigrant workers in temporary agricultural jobs. Specifically, it aims to block the implementation of the ‘Adverse Effect Wage Rate Methodology’ as outlined in a Department of Labor regulation. Congress is using the process of congressional disapproval to challenge this rule’s validity.
Key provisions
- Congress disapproves the Department of Labor’s rule.
- The rule’s provisions are nullified.
- The resolution targets a specific Department of Labor regulation.
- The regulation concerns wage rates for H-2A agricultural workers.
- It specifically addresses non-range occupations.
Who is affected
- H-2A Nonimmigrant Workers
- Agricultural Employers
- The Department of Labor
- Temporary Employment Agencies
Notable changes
- This action represents a congressional attempt to limit the Department of Labor’s authority.
- It could impact wage calculations for certain temporary agricultural workers.
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Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
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119th CONGRESS — 2d Session
H. J. RES. 154
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
JOINT RESOLUTION
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to the Adverse Effect Wage Rate.
Adverse Effect Wage Rate Methodology for the Temporary Employment of H-2A Nonimmigrants in Non-Range Occupations in the United States(90 Fed. Reg. 47914, Oct. 2, 2025) and such rule shall have no force or effect.