The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced on December 17 a new final rule that will streamline the process so that American companies that need temporary workers can fill those vacancies more quickly and efficiently. This measure seeks to facilitate access to temporary labor, benefiting companies and contributing to economic growth.
The new rule will improve and modernize the H-2 visa programs for temporary nonimmigrant workers. These programs allow U.S. employers who cannot find qualified workers in the country to hire foreign nationals to fill positions in agricultural and non-agricultural sectors. The reform aims to streamline the application process and improve the availability of temporary labor to meet the needs of the U.S. labor market.
Additionally, the new rule strengthens protections for workers, imposing sanctions on companies that charge illegal fees or violate labor laws. It also grants greater flexibility to workers with H-2A (agricultural) and H-2B (non-agricultural) visas, improving their working conditions and ensuring that they receive fairer treatment. This measure seeks to guarantee that both employers and workers comply with the regulations and conditions stipulated in temporary visa programs.
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