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IN SB0087

IN SB0087
E-Verify requirements for public works projects.

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Introduced
12/08/2025
In Committee
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
01/29/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

E-Verify requirements for public works projects. Provides that a public agency may not enter into or renew a contract for a public works project with a contractor unless, among other requirements, the contractor signs a notarized affidavit affirming that the contractor does not knowingly employ an unauthorized alien. Provides that a contractor for a public works project must take certain actions with respect to the immigration status of employees. Provides that a contractor may not employ an individual for a public works project if the person has no E-verification number, except under certain circumstances. Provides civil immunity for a contractor that in good faith misidentifies the immigration status of a worker to comply with certain provisions of this bill. Makes conforming changes.

AI Summary

This bill requires that starting July 1, 2026, any government agency entering into or renewing a contract for public works projects, which are construction or infrastructure projects funded by public money, must ensure the contractor signs a notarized affidavit stating they do not knowingly hire undocumented workers. Additionally, contractors must use the E-Verify program, an online system to confirm the employment eligibility of their workers, and provide an E-verification number for any employee working on the project upon request. The bill also stipulates that a contractor cannot employ someone for a public works project if that person lacks an E-verification number, unless they subsequently provide one. Importantly, contractors acting in good faith who mistakenly misidentify a worker's immigration status while complying with these requirements are protected from civil lawsuits.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

First reading: referred to Committee on Employment, Labor and Pensions (on 02/02/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/87/details
Fiscal Note #2: Senate Engrossed https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/fiscal-notes/SB0087.03.ENGS.FN002.pdf
BillText https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/SB0087.03.ENGS.pdf
Fiscal Note #1: Senate Engrossed https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/fiscal-notes/SB0087.03.ENGS.FN001.pdf
Senate Amendment #3 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/amendments/SB0087.02.COMS.AMS003.pdf
Senate Amendment #1 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/amendments/SB0087.02.COMS.AMS001.pdf
Senate Amendment #2 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/amendments/SB0087.02.COMS.AMS002.pdf
BillText https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/SB0087.02.COMS.pdf
Fiscal Note #1: Senate Comm Sub https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/fiscal-notes/SB0087.02.COMS.FN001.pdf
Senate Committee Report https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/committee-reports/SB0087.01.INTR.CRS001.pdf
Vote Sheet January 14, 2026 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/votesheets/SB0087.01.INTR.01.pdf
Senate Pensions and Labor Amendment #1 https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/committee-amendments/amendments/SB0087.01.INTR.AMS01.pdf
BillText https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/SB0087.01.INTR.pdf
Fiscal Note #1: Introduced https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/senate/bills/SB0087/fiscal-notes/SB0087.01.INTR.FN001.pdf
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