ABOUT
THE FAIRNESS FOR FARMWORKERS ACT
H 2812 | S 1837
SPONSORED BY:
REPRESENTATIVE CARLOS GONZALEZ & SENATOR ADAM GOMEZ
MISSION & HISTORY.
Comprised of individuals and organizations that support farmworkers across various facets in Massachusetts, the Fairness for Farmworkers Coalition ("FFC") is dedicated to pushing for legislation that will enhance the lives of farmworkers. Since 2021, the FFC has been pushing for the elimination of the submininum agricultural wage and the granting of overtime for farmworkers. Led through a grassroots approach, the FFC highlights and focuses the farmworker voice in advocating for their cause.
COALITION.
SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS
The FFC is supported by the following organizations:
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Connecticut River Valley Farmworker Health Program
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Massachusetts AFL-CIO
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United Food and Commercial Workers, Local 1459
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Democratic Socialists of America - Berkshires Chapter
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MassCOSH
