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Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections".
Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to ``Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections''.
Summary
This joint resolution disapproves a Department of Homeland Security rule titled "Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections," which was published in the Federal Register. If passed, the resolution would nullify the rule and prevent it from taking effect or remaining in force. The H-2 programs are temporary worker visa programs that allow employers to hire foreign workers for temporary positions. The resolution does not propose any alternative requirements or modifications to the rule, only its disapproval.
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Sponsor (1)
2 cosponsors
- Rep. Moore, Riley [R-WV-2] (R-WV)
- Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3] (R-TX)
Money behind the sponsor
Top reported contributors to Jodey C. Arrington’s campaign committee (2024 cycle) — who funds the bill’s sponsor, not a claim about this bill. Data from FEC.
- CHARTER BROKERAGE LLC $28,800
- SIMFLO $19,800
- GRAIL $18,200
- NORTHSTAR ANESTHESIA $13,200
- CITY BANK $13,200
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Actions (2)
- Jan 16, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. · house
- Jan 16, 2025 Introduced in House
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
January 16, 2025
Mr. Arrington (for himself, Mr. Self, and Mr. Moore of West Virginia) submitted the following joint resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary
JOINT RESOLUTION
Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to “Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections”.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to “Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight, and Worker Protections” (89 Fed. Reg. 103202), and such rule shall have no force or effect. <all>
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