The House Concurrent Resolution No. by Representative Romero calls on the United States Congress to modify the H-2B temporary nonagricultural program to address the labor workforce shortage in Louisiana. The resolution highlights the importance of the H-2B visa program, which allows employers to temporarily hire non-U.S. citizens for nonagricultural work when there are not enough qualified domestic workers available. It notes that the current cap on H-2B visas is set at 66,000 per fiscal year, with a significant demand for these workers having increased by 46% since 2018, particularly in industries such as seafood processing, which is vital to Louisiana's economy.

The resolution emphasizes that the existing cap limits employers' ability to hire necessary labor, which could hinder business operations and economic growth in the state. It points out that recent temporary increases in the cap have not been made permanent, and there is a pressing need for Congress to take action to modify the program to better support Louisiana's workforce needs. The resolution concludes by requesting that copies be sent to relevant congressional leaders and the Louisiana congressional delegation to advocate for these changes.