LICA has joined in a coalition that is seeking to expand the existing cap on H-2B visas for seasonal workers which many LICA members utilize to meet workforce shortages. The current H-2B cap has consistently fallen short of documented workforce needs during periods of strong economic growth and low unemployment. For FY 2027, the 33,000 first half cap was met on September 12, 2025, and the 33,000 second half cap was met on March 10, 2026. While the H-2B program continues to have limitations and does not fully address the construction industry’s broader workforce shortages, expanding the cap would provide employers some relief.
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