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HR 3646

Guam Temporary Workforce Act

119th Congress Introduced by Jim Moylan and 1 co-sponsor

HR 3646 - Guam Temporary Workforce Act OverviewBill Number: HR 3646 Title: Guam Temporary Workforce ActStatus: Introduced in HouseIntroduced: May 29, 2025 Purpose and IntentThe Gu

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Bill Summary · HR 3646

HR 3646 - Guam Temporary Workforce Act

Overview

Bill Number: HR 3646
Title: Guam Temporary Workforce Act
Status: Introduced in House
Introduced: May 29, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The Guam Temporary Workforce Act aims to address labor shortages in Guam by establishing a new temporary worker program. The bill's sponsors cite the need for additional workers in key industries like tourism, construction, and healthcare on the island territory. The program is intended to provide a legal pathway for foreign nationals to work in Guam for a limited duration, helping businesses fill critical staffing gaps.

Key Provisions

  • Creates a new "Guam Temporary Worker" visa category for foreign nationals to work in Guam for up to 3 years
  • Allows employers in Guam to petition for temporary foreign workers in occupations experiencing labor shortages
  • Requires employers to pay temporary workers the prevailing wage and provide housing and transportation
  • Limits the total number of Guam Temporary Worker visas issued per year to 5,000
  • Establishes a new Guam Workforce Development Fund to provide job training and support services

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Employers in Guam's tourism, construction, healthcare, and other industries would gain access to a new source of temporary labor
  • Foreign nationals seeking work opportunities in the U.S. could apply for the new Guam Temporary Worker visa
  • The government of Guam would oversee the new visa program and workforce development initiatives
  • Local workers in Guam may face increased competition for jobs, but the program aims to address critical labor shortages

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The Guam Temporary Workforce Act was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on May 29, 2025. It has been referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary for consideration. If passed by the House and Senate, the bill would then go to the President to be signed into law. The new temporary worker program would likely take several months to establish after enactment.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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