House Concurrent Resolution No. by Representative Butler calls on the United States Congress, the President, and relevant federal departments to take necessary actions to pass the H-2B Certified Seasonal Employer Designation and to reclassify all job duties in the crawfish industry as agricultural labor services under the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Worker Program. The resolution highlights the importance of the H-2B visa program for Louisiana's seasonal employers, particularly in the crawfish and landscaping sectors, which are facing significant labor shortages due to insufficient visa availability and processing delays. The resolution emphasizes that the crawfish industry contributes substantially to the state's economy and that a reliable workforce is essential for its survival.

The resolution further argues that current federal regulations classify crawfish processing jobs as non-agricultural, which limits access to the H-2A program designed for seasonal agricultural labor needs. By reclassifying these job duties, the resolution aims to align federal policy with the operational realities of the crawfish industry, ensuring a stable and legal labor supply. It calls for immediate action to improve H-2B processing times and to implement emergency measures for timely H-2A visa processing to meet the labor demands of the upcoming crawfish season. Copies of the resolution will be sent to key federal officials and members of the Louisiana Congressional Delegation to advocate for these changes.