WAFLA Warning Farm Operations of Changes in H-2A

The Washington Farm Labor Association is notifying farmers and ag operations of two substantial changes coming to federal programs on August 1^st.

The first involves the cost of the H-2A application process which rise from $325 per application to $460. The change is dependent on the Department of Homeland Security finalizing the change and publishing it.

WAFLA says that could happen as soon as August 1^st.

Other changes involve fines for violations in H-2As or I-9 paperwork. Those will also increase on August 1^st.

WAFLA recommends reviewing employee I-9 forms to make sure they are accurate and up to date and ask experts with any questions regarding either program.

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