But do you know some of the latest developments surrounding this federal program? Here are the top four:
1) It is mandatory for federal contractors
As of September 8, 2009, all federal contractors and subcontractors (including those who receive American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds) are required to use E-Verify to check a worker’s employment eligibility. The rule applies specifically to contracts of more than $100,000 and subcontracts of more than $3,000.
2) Nearly ¼ of our states require E-Verify
While largely a voluntary program, E-Verify is required for public and/or private employers in 13 states (ten through legislation and three through executive orders).
3) Participation in E-Verify is growing rapidly
More than 182,000 employers are currently enrolled in E-Verify, with more than 8.7 million queries generated in 2009. As of mid-January, the number of queries in 2010 had already reached 3.6 million.
In addition, the number of registered employers is growing by more than 1,200 per week.
4) E-Verify participants must comply with posting requirements
In addition to following specific procedures for new hires, E-Verify users must clearly display both the English and Spanish Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work Poster. Together, they explain the employer’s use of E-Verify and the rights of employees.
Keep in mind that even if your business outsources I-9 compliance and employment eligibility verification (and E-Verify is part of that process), you must display these postings in the workplace.
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