GFVGA Statement on New H2A Regulations:
February 24, 2010 – 12:04 pm |
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Revisions to H-2A (Temporary Agricultural Worker Visa Program) Rule Places Heavy Burden on Georgia Growers The Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association is opposed to the US Department of Labor’s recent revisions to the H2A program which could drastically reduce Georgia’s production of fruits and vegetables. The new regulations will significantly increase Georgia’s fruit and vegetable producer’s labor costs by more than 25%. This includes at least a $1.86/hour wage rate increase, decreased flexibility in managing or assigning workers’ duties, creating additional burdensome paperwork and will add substantially to users’ risk of fines, enforcement actions and litigation. Although the Department
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