Committee backs resolution asking Congress to reclassify crawfish work under H‑2A after industry labor shortfalls
House Agriculture Committee unanimously reported HCR65 favorably following extended testimony about H‑2B cap limits and labor shortages that cost the crawfish industry millions. Commissioner Strain and members urged federal action to move certain crawfish duties into the H‑2A program.
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The House Agriculture Committee reported House Concurrent Resolution 65 favorably after hearing testimony about labor shortages in the crawfish industry and how federal visa caps have constrained returning seasonal workers.
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