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This bill, known as the Hotel and Lodging Industry Employee Verification Act, specifically targets hotels and lodging establishments with at least 150 guest rooms, requiring them to verify the work authorization of their employees using the E-Verify program (an online system administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration). Employers must check each new employee's work authorization status and maintain verification records for either the duration of employment or three years, whichever is longer. If an employer is found to have knowingly employed an unauthorized employee, they will first receive a warning letter for a first violation, and subsequent violations can result in referral to the Attorney General, potential license suspensions, and mandatory termination of unauthorized employees. The bill provides some protections for employers who make good-faith efforts to verify employment eligibility, including a rebuttable presumption of compliance if they use E-Verify. Additionally, the law includes provisions protecting employees from retaliation if they report potential violations, with potential remedies including reinstatement and triple wage compensation. The bill also requires employers to inform new employees about child labor laws and federal restrictions on hiring unauthorized workers, with potential penalties for non-compliance. The act will take effect one year after passage, giving employers time to adapt to the new requirements.

Labor and Employment

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