E-Verify
Irie
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Has anyone heard about the requirement for federal contractors to begin using the E-Verify system?
I'm interpreting the order to mean that all companies who have federal contracts must start using this for all new hires. The Executive Order 12989 was amended June 6, 2008.
Are any of you using E-Verify already? Thanks.
I'm interpreting the order to mean that all companies who have federal contracts must start using this for all new hires. The Executive Order 12989 was amended June 6, 2008.
Are any of you using E-Verify already? Thanks.
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Federal Contractors Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. As a current or prospective Federal contractor, am I required by the Executive Order or the proposed rule to enroll in E-Verify now?
Not at this time. At this time, the E-Verify program remains a voluntary program for employers, including federal contractors. The Executive Order instructs Federal agencies to require contractor participation in E-Verify as a term of future contracts, and the proposed rule provides detailed guidance on how that requirement is to be implemented. However, the proposed rule is not a final rule; it is a proposal that is open for public comment at this time. There may be substantive changes to the rule before it becomes final. Moreover, the final rule will not be effective until 30 days after publication. Under the proposed rule, you would only be required to enroll in E-Verify if and when you enter into a Federal contract or subcontract that requires participation in E-Verify as a term of the contract. Although Federal Contractors are not yet required to participate in E-Verify, you are encouraged to enroll in E-Verify now to verify the employment eligibility of your new hires.
"President Bush signed an executive order on June 6, 2008, requiring all federal contractors to use the U.S. government’s E-Verify system to confirm the legal status of their employees or risk losing their government contracts."
"The latest executive order amends existing Executive Order 12989—issued Feb. 13, 1996—to require federal contractors confirm the work eligibility status of all their employees, Bush says in the document. The reason given for amending Executive Order 12989 is that federal contractors who employ illegal immigrants are at risk of having an insufficient workforce to honor their federal contract because of immigration laws, the order says."
Now... since I work at a bank and we sell and cash savings bonds...how does one go about accessing E-Verify?
Those of you who are currently using this E-Verify: what do you think of it? Is it time-consuming, a big hassle, etc.? Just curious. Thanks.
I was just informed by legal that it is required for all new contracts.
If there is a problem, then you need to follow the instructions and have the individual report to SS Admin. This has only happened to me once. The employee came back to me with a letter from SS Admin that instructed me to try the e-verify again. I did and got the "employment authorized" statement.
I will be conducting an audio conference regarding e-verify next week. Check the website for registration information.
The above statement is not intended to create an attorney client relationship or to provide legal advice on a particular matter.