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Thompson Bill Expands H-2A Workers, DeSantis Calls Amnesty

7/23/2026

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Rep. G.T. Thompson (R-PA) introduced the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act to expand H-2A guest workers, prompting amnesty claims.
Gov. Ron DeSantis condemned the bill, posting “Amnesty is NOT what people voted for in 2024”.
President Donald Trump said he does not know about the legislation when asked reporters.
Milk Producers Federation and Council of Agricultural Employers support the bill to prevent farm labor shortages.

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Rep. G.T. Thompson (R-PA) introduced the Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act to expand H-2A guest workers, prompting amnesty claims.
Gov. Ron DeSantis condemned the bill, posting “Amnesty is NOT what people voted for in 2024”.
President Donald Trump said he does not know about the legislation when asked reporters.
Milk Producers Federation and Council of Agricultural Employers support the bill to prevent farm labor shortages.