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September 7, 2009

Federal Contractor E-Verify Rule Effective September 8, 2009

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) E-Verify requirement for federal contractors was postponed until September 8, 2009, and now, after several postponements, it will actually go into effect on that date.

Just to clarify the ruling, the mandatory FAR E-Verify regulation requires a contractor, and any covered sub-contractors on a federal contract, to enroll in the E-Verify program within 30 calendar days of the contract or subcontract award date. This final rule applies to issued solicitations and contracts awarded after September 8, 2009, and which include the FAR E-Verify clause (73 FR 67704). Federal contractors may NOT use E-Verify to verify current employees until the rule becomes effective and they are awarded a contract that includes the FAR E-Verify...

June 30, 2009

652 Businesses Served Audit Notices

WASHINGTON - U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is launching a bold, new audit initiative today by issuing Notices of Inspection (NOIs) to 652 businesses nationwide - which is more than ICE issued throughout all of last fiscal year. The notices alert business owners that ICE will be inspecting their hiring records to determine whether or not they are complying with employment eligibility verification laws and regulations. Inspections are one of the most powerful tools the federal government has to enforce employment and immigration laws. This new initiative illustrates ICE's increased focus on holding employers accountable for their hiring practices and efforts to ensure a legal workforce.

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EVRI_® is a participant in the E-Verify_® program both as a Designated Agent and employer.

Participation in this program is neither an endorsement from, nor affiliation with, the government or its agencies; however, EVRI_® highly recommends all employers to consider participation.

EVRI_® does not provide legal advice. We strongly urge companies to contact legal counsel.