A federal court already placed an injunction against the regulation, suspending it.
The Department of Labor announced that it would no longer enforce a rule implemented by President Biden’s administration that allowed farmers to hire immigrant workers under the H-2A program when U.S. workers were not available to do the job.
The department stated, “As multiple federal court injunctions have created significant legal uncertainty, inconsistency, and operational challenges for farmers lawfully employing H-2A workers, this field assistance bulletin clarifies that the department will not be enforcing the 2024 final rule effective immediately—providing critical predictability for agricultural employers as litigation continues and as the department considers further regulatory action.”
“The decision provides much-needed clarity for American farmers navigating the H-2A program, while also aligning with President Trump’s ongoing commitment to strictly enforcing U.S. immigration laws,” the department stated.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer to be led by the Lord as she heads the Labor Department.
- For U.S. labor officials as they assess the nation’s employment and the impact of immigration enforcement on available jobs.
Sources: Reuters, Public News Service, The Epoch Times, Department of Labor
