H-2A Wage Freeze Sought

A bipartisan group of 120 House members sent a letter to House Appropriations Committee leadership, asking for a wage freeze for H-2A guestworkers. The Adverse Effect Wage Rate has more than doubled since 2005. While a more permanent solution is needed, the lawmakers are seeking a pause. The letter contends many farms are in danger of going out of business due to the Adverse Effect Wage Rate.