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DHS plans to issue a notice of proposed rulemaking that will modernize and reform the H-2A and H-2B nonimmigrant worker programs. The proposed rule will incorporate policies that produce program efficiencies, address current aspects of the program that may unintentionally result in exploitation of persons seeking to come to this country as H-2A and H-2B workers, build upon existing protections against prohibited payments or other assessment of fees and/or salary deductions by H-2A and H-2B workers in connection with recruitment and/or employment, and protect the rights of both U.S. and noncitizen workers. This rule would not revise the temporary labor certification process or the regulations contained in 20 CFR part 655 or 29 CFR part 501 and 503.