LEGISLATION

Harvest Act

The Harvest Act S.1384 was introduced by Georgia Senator Saxby Chambliss on July 19, 2011. The bill contains important H-2A reforms and protections for employers from lawsuits brought by the Legal Services Corporation on behalf of H-2A workers.

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Legal Workforce Act

The Legal Workforce Act H.R. 2164 is an enforcement bill that mandates the use of the E-verify system. The bill was introduced by Texas Congressman Lamar Smith on June 14, 2011.  According to the Library of Congress Thomas website, the bill currently has 43 co-sponsors.

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View a recent update from the National Council of Agricultural Employers regarding legislative and legal issues.