President Biden statement on the Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021

Farmworkers are vital to the wellbeing of the country and economy. For generations, America’s farmworkers – many of whom are undocumented – have worked countless hours to feed the nation and ensure the communities are healthy and strong.

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March 20, Washington D.C.: This has been even more clear and crucial during the COVID-19 pandemic, as farmworkers have put their lives and the lives of their loved ones on the line to ensure that families across the country have food on the table.

This is why President Biden supports the Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021 and celebrate its passage. The Act will deliver the lawful status and better working conditions that this critical workforce deserves, as well as much needed stability for farmers, growers, and the entire agriculture industry.

The Administration is ready to work with leaders on both sides of the aisle to address the needs of the essential workers, bring greater dignity and security to the agricultural sector, and finally enact the long-term solutions needed to create a safe, orderly, and humane immigration system, in addition to tackling the root causes of migration to the United States.