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MA H4162

MA H4162
Protecting Massachusetts workers


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Introduced
09/30/2021
In Committee
09/30/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the verification of employment eligibility of employees through the federal employment authorization e-verify program. Labor and Workforce Development.

AI Summary

This bill aims to strengthen the verification of employment eligibility for workers in Massachusetts. It requires employers to use the federal E-Verify program to confirm the employment authorization of new hires. The bill prohibits employers from knowingly hiring unauthorized aliens and establishes a complaint process and enforcement mechanisms, including potential license suspensions or revocations for violations. It also requires employers receiving economic development incentives to participate in E-Verify. The bill provides employers with certain affirmative defenses and seeks to ensure coordination with federal immigration authorities in determining work authorization status.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5023 (on 09/06/2022)

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