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Jul 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Agricultural and Seasonal Workforce Services Advisory Committee Minutes
The meeting focused on reviewing the 2026 legislative report, with discussions centered on defining meaningful metrics for qualitative issues like equity, H-2A data collection requirements, and the impact of immigration enforcement on workforce conditions. Committee members addressed domestic recruitment strategies, the reporting of withdrawn job applications, and funding concerns for public workforce priorities. Additionally, the committee analyzed data gaps regarding domestic worker referrals and placements. The meeting also included updates on the agricultural wage survey status and leadership transitions within the Employment Security Department.
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Agricultural and Seasonal Workforce Services Advisory Committee Minutes
The committee discussed updates from the ASWS Office, including requests for data representation changes, and received reports on the Foreign Labor Certification Program, compliance, and workforce services. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the 2026 ASWS Advisory Committee Report, specifically regarding the tracking of data points, the impact of federal policy changes on domestic worker recruitment and budget, and structural barriers in the application process. Members also addressed the need for strategies to boost domestic farmworker recruitment. Additionally, public testimony was heard regarding individual challenges encountered while applying for farm positions through the WorkSource system.
May 26, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Washington State Employment Security Department Verbatim Record Of Proceedings
The hearing focused on rulemaking for the Long-Term Services and Supports Trust Program, also known as the WA Cares Fund. Key discussion topics included new requirements for out-of-state participation, self-employed elective coverage, audit procedures, the designation of representatives, and criteria for determining qualified individuals. The record details the proposed amendments to various sections of the Washington Administrative Code intended to clarify program administration and compliance standards.
May 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Agricultural and Seasonal Workforce Services Advisory Committee Minutes
The meeting covered key discussions on ASWS Office updates, including FLC grant allotments and the allocation of resources between employers and workers. The committee reviewed the role of DOL WHD in agricultural law enforcement, Foreign Labor Certification compliance issues such as worker arrival delays and human trafficking complaints, and the accuracy of housing location data. Additionally, the committee received updates on workforce services, improvements to WorkSourceWA.com, agency reports on flood disaster relief and the upcoming WIT launch, and addressed inquiries regarding the public availability of wage rate information.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
