H-2A Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) Congressional Review Resolution Introduced

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Ted Budd (R-NC) and Representatives Ralph Norman (R-SC) and G.T. Thompson (R-PA) introduced a resolution of disapproval for the AEWR rule under the Congressional Review Act (CRA). If the CRA joint resolution of disapproval is passed by both Chambers of Congress and signed by President Biden, the AEWR final rule would go out of effect immediately.

The Republican-controlled House has demonstrated a greater willingness to use the Congressional Review Act (CRA) as a means of challenging rules they oppose. This was evident in their successful passage of a resolution opposing the Biden administration's Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, which Biden later vetoed. Since CRA resolutions only require a simple majority in the House and Senate, filibustering is not a concern, increasing the chances of the resolution being presented to the President. This could be particularly significant as some rural Democrats may be inclined to support the resolution to address growers' concerns in their district, as was the case with the WOTUS rule.

We encourage all PLNA members to contact their Senators and Representative and express their support for the AEWR rule CRA resolution of disapproval. It will only take a few moments to send an email from this link.