By Dani Sheehan.
As recent federal immigration actions continue to affect millions of workers across the United States, the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) joined with allied business associations in a formal request to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) asking for clear guidance and a transition period to help businesses comply with these changes without disrupting operations or harming valued employees. Here’s what you need to know.
The federal government has recently ended or changed several programs that previously granted temporary legal status and work authorization to individuals from countries including Cuba, Haiti, Venezuela, Afghanistan, Nepal, Cameroon and others. These programs include:
Together, these changes could impact over a million workers across various industries, including roofing, who are legally employed in the U.S. but may now lose their right to work.
In their letter to DHS, the coalition of business groups ask for help navigating the changes to these programs. Specifically, they are requesting:
The roofing industry relies heavily on a diverse, skilled workforce that includes many foreign-born workers. These rapid changes could create uncertainty for contractors who:
Without clear guidance and time to prepare, many contractors, especially small and mid-sized businesses, may unintentionally fall out of compliance or face significant workforce disruptions.
While the NRCA’s request is still under review, you can start taking proactive steps to safeguard both their workers and their businesses:
As this letter to DHS underscores, employers and employees need time and clarity to ensure they are following the law properly. As the rules shift, it’s critical that business owners anticipate coming changes to remain compliant and to protect the skilled workers who help keep your company running.
Learn more about National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) in their Coffee Shop Directory or visit www.nrca.net.
About Dani
Dani is a writer for The Coffee Shops and AskARoofer™. When she's not writing or researching, she's teaching yoga classes or exploring new hiking trails.
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