Significant Win for Agricultural Employers
A significant change is coming for the H-2A program. The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Louisiana has vacated the 2023 Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) Final Rule, a...
Ban on Commercial Truck Driver Visas
The Department of State has announced the immediate suspension of all worker visas for commercial truck drivers. On August 21, 2025, Secretary of State Marco Rubio cited concerns about road...
USCIS TN Policy Manual Changes
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released updates to its Policy Manual regarding TN nonimmigrant status. These changes clarify and narrow the eligibility...
Department of Labor Suspends Biden Era “Farmworker Protection Rule”
What are the Consequences for Agricultural Employers? On June 20th, federal officials announced they would suspend the enforcement of the Biden Administration’s “Farmworker...
New U.S. Refugee Pathway Offers Potential Options for South African Workers
A recent policy shift from the U.S. federal government potentially opens a new immigration pathway for some South African nationals. While still limited in scope, this development may be of...