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This bill, known as the "Guam Temporary Workforce Act," establishes a new process for bringing temporary foreign workers (H-2B nonimmigrant workers) to Guam. Under the bill, employers must first obtain a temporary labor certification from the Governor of Guam before filing a petition with the Secretary of Homeland Security to hire foreign workers. The bill requires that before approving such petitions, the Secretary must verify that no U.S. workers are available for the job, that hiring foreign workers won't negatively impact wages or working conditions of U.S. workers, and that the employer has a legitimate temporary need (such as seasonal work or a peak workload). The Governor of Guam will have the authority to determine what constitutes a "qualified need" for temporary workers. An approved labor certification can only be invalidated through a court determination of fraud or gross misconduct, and the certification remains valid for 365 days. The bill defines key terms by referencing existing Department of Homeland Security regulations and clarifies that "Secretary" refers to the Secretary of Homeland Security or their designated official. This legislation aims to provide Guam with more flexibility in addressing temporary workforce shortages while protecting U.S. worker interests.

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