E-Verify to Fall?

Friday, 13 March 2009 12:40

Immigration

As is, the omnibus appropriations bill extends authorization of the E-Verify program only through September 30, 2009, the end of the fiscal year. 

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The tabling of the E-Verify amendment is great news for employers who fear using the dangerously inaccurate database.  The tabling suggests a shift in momentum from reliance on E-Verify as the means of employment verification of the future. 

The tabling also suggests that federal contractors and subcontractors who will be required to begin using the E-Verify system starting May 21, 2009 may see another delay as the popularity of the E-Verify system seems to be eroding in the Senate.  Remember, using E-Verify would have been mandatory for federal contractors and subcontractors as of January 15, 2009, and then it was delayed until February 20, 2009, before most recently being delayed until May 21, 2009.  

We will continue to keep you updated on the latest and greatest in E-Verify developments. 

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