Bill > HB1418

This bill establishes new regulations for employers in Indiana regarding the employment of unauthorized aliens, requiring businesses with more than 24 employees to use the E-Verify program (an online system that helps employers confirm the eligibility of employees to work in the United States) to verify work status for all employees hired after June 30, 2025. The bill prohibits employers from intentionally employing unauthorized aliens or entering into contracts with individuals or businesses that employ unauthorized aliens. If a complaint is filed alleging a violation, the attorney general or prosecuting attorney must investigate, verifying the immigration status with the federal government. For a first violation, the court can order the employer to terminate unauthorized employees, place the business on a five-year probation, suspend business licenses for at least 10 days, and require the employer to file a sworn affidavit confirming they will not employ unauthorized aliens. A second violation can result in permanent revocation of business licenses. The bill provides several defenses for employers, including good faith compliance with federal employment verification requirements and potential entrapment. The legislation aims to discourage the employment of unauthorized workers by implementing significant penalties and creating a structured enforcement mechanism.

Labor and Employment

https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1418/details