H.R.2237 - Farm Workforce Support Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.2237, the Farm Workforce Support Act of 2025, directs the Comptroller General to report on the H-2A temporary visa program. The report will analyze the program's impact on hiring, housing for guest workers, wage rate requirements, economic impact on families, and compliance with working condition guarantees. The bill defines key terms like 'American employer,' 'domestic worker,' and 'guest worker' for clarity.
Expected Effects
The bill aims to provide Congress with data to assess the H-2A program's effectiveness and potential areas for improvement. This could lead to future legislative action to modify or refine the program. The report's findings could influence policy decisions related to agricultural labor and immigration.
Potential Benefits
- Provides data-driven insights into the H-2A program's effects.
- Could lead to improvements in the program's efficiency and fairness.
- May help address challenges related to housing and wages for guest workers.
- Could inform policies that better support both domestic and guest workers.
- Could enhance the agricultural sector by ensuring a stable workforce.
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Potential Disadvantages
- The report itself does not directly address any problems, only identifies them.
- The two-year timeframe for the report may delay any potential reforms.
- The report's findings could be used to justify policies that harm either domestic or guest workers.
- The focus on the H-2A program may overshadow other important aspects of agricultural labor.
- There is no guarantee that the report will lead to meaningful legislative action.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution, particularly Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to regulate commerce and establish laws related to immigration. The requirement for a report from the Comptroller General falls under Congress's power to oversee and investigate matters within its legislative purview. There is no apparent infringement on individual rights or liberties as defined by the Bill of Rights.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).