DHS, DOL Release 64,716 Supplemental H-2B Visas for 2026 to Aid Seafood Processing, Seasonal Labor

The Departments of Homeland Security (DHS) and Labor (DOL) have announced the release of up to 64,716 supplemental H‑2B visas for fiscal year 2026, in addition to the statutory annual cap of 66,000. The time‑limited authority, detailed in a Feb. 3 Federal Register notice, addresses widespread seasonal labor shortages across industries, including seafood processing, hospitality, landscaping, and construction.
The move comes after a bipartisan request led by Senators Angus King (I‑ME) and Mike Rounds (R‑SD)...
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