Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA)

Authored By: United States Department of Labor

The Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act (MSPA) protects migrant and seasonal agricultural workers by establishing employment standards related to wages, housing, transportation, disclosures and recordkeeping. The MSPA also requires farm labor contractors to register with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL).

Last Review and Update: Jun 25, 2026
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