Bill > HB3291

This bill establishes significantly increased financial penalties and potential jail time for employers who knowingly hire unauthorized workers or fail to maintain proper employment records. Specifically, the bill increases fines for first-time offenders from $100 to $1,000, with escalating penalties for subsequent violations that can reach up to $30,000 and include up to one year of jail time. For employers who fail to keep required employee records, the fine increases from $100 to $200 per offense. The bill also imposes stricter penalties for employers who provide false records about an employee's work authorization, including potential jail time of 30 days to one year and fines ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. Additionally, if an employer attempts to sell or transfer assets to avoid record-keeping requirements, they could face up to one year in jail and a fine of at least $20,000. These enhanced penalties aim to discourage employers from hiring unauthorized workers and ensure better compliance with employment verification laws.

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