US introduces law to support seafood workforce

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The US has introduced legislation to help the seafood industry meet workforce demands and protect seasonal workers

The Save Our Seafood (SOS) Act, introduced by senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Tim Kaine (D-VA), would exempt fish processors from the H-2B visa caps, boosting the industry and strengthening local economies.

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