Department of Labor v. Sun Valley Orchards, LLC
Pending petition
Issue: Whether Article III of the Constitution precludes Congress from assigning to the Secretary of Labor the initial adjudication of proceedings to collect monetary remedies from employers who violate the terms and conditions of participating in the H–2A visa program.
| Date | Proceedings and Orders |
|---|---|
| 12/23/2025 | Application (25A741) to extend the time to file a petition for a writ of certiorari from January 13, 2026 to February 12, 2026, submitted to Justice Alito. |
| 12/23/2025 | Application (25A741) granted by Justice Alito extending the time to file until February 12, 2026. |
| 02/12/2026 | Petition for a writ of certiorari filed. (Response due March 19, 2026) |
| 03/16/2026 | Brief of respondent Sun Valley Orchards, LLC in opposition filed. |
| 03/31/2026 | Reply of petitioners Department of Labor, et al. filed. (Distributed) |
| 04/01/2026 | DISTRIBUTED for Conference of 4/17/2026. |