Starting September 30, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) rolled out new and increased fees for key immigration forms and travel authorizations. These changes, required under H.R. 1 (“One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” Public Law 119-21), will directly affect beneficiaries—particularly those who travel frequently across U.S. land borders or who need specific immigration approvals to work… Continue reading How New CBP Immigration Fees Will Affect Workers and Travelers
On October 2, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued an Interim Final Rule (IFR) that changes how the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) is calculated for H-2A agricultural workers. This is an important update because the AEWR sets the minimum hourly wage employers must pay H-2A workers. Its purpose is to ensure that the hiring of foreign… Continue reading What the New AEWR Rule Means for H-2A Workers
The automotive industry is accelerating faster than ever, with innovation, electrification, and automation. But while technology races forward, one challenge continues to slow the industry down—a widening skills gap. From welders and machinists to specialized technicians, demand for talent outpaces supply. For OEMs and suppliers, that shortage is more than a headache; it’s a roadblock… Continue reading Closing the Skills Gap in Automotive: Building a Sustainable Talent Pipeline
Across the United States, hospitality businesses face a familiar and growing challenge—how to find and retain qualified workers during their busiest seasons. Whether it’s summer tourism, holiday travel, or seasonal staffing needs, the surge in demand can quickly outpace the availability of local labor. That’s where the H-2B visa program comes in—a proven solution that… Continue reading How the H-2B Visa Powers the Hospitality Industry’s Peak Seasons
In today’s hospitality landscape, finding top-tier front desk staff isn’t just about filling a shift — it’s about delivering a five-star guest experience from the moment someone steps into your lobby. At AW Labor Solutions, we understand the pressure hotels and resorts face to staff up with the right mix of polish, professionalism, and people… Continue reading From Front Desk to Five-Star: Filling Hospitality Roles with Global Know-How
The U.S. automotive manufacturing sector is undergoing a rapid transformation. From the rise of electric vehicles to the expansion of production facilities across the South and Midwest, companies are experiencing unprecedented demand for skilled labor. Yet, this growth is challenged by high turnover, skill mismatches, and labor shortages—factors that threaten to stall production and drive… Continue reading From Labor Gaps to Long-Term Growth: A Smarter Staffing Strategy for the Automotive Industry
In “America’s Manufacturing Boom Faces a Labor Bust,” Jim Enrique Tolbert and Javier Palomarez highlight a critical challenge confronting the U.S. manufacturing sector: a significant shortage of skilled labor that threatens to undermine recent efforts to revitalize domestic production, particularly in the semiconductor industry. Despite substantial investments through the CHIPS and Science Act and commitments… Continue reading Skilled Worker Shortage & U.S. Manufacturing Growth
