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Introduced
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
187th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to the penalty for employers who knowingly falsify employment or citizenship documents. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing Massachusetts law to make it illegal for employers to knowingly falsify employment or citizenship documents for any alien, which refers to a foreign-born person residing in the United States. Employers found to be in violation will face penalties, starting with a fine of up to $1,000 or up to 30 days in jail for a first offense. Subsequent offenses will result in escalating fines and potential jail time, with repeat offenders facing significant fines and a minimum of six months in jail. This legislation aims to deter employers from engaging in fraudulent practices related to the employment of non-citizens.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Richard Bastien (R),
Ryan Fattman (R),
Paul Frost (R),
Randy Hunt (R),
Steven Levy (R),
Todd Smola (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4364 (on 07/31/2012)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.malegislature.gov/Bills/187/House/H2819 |
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/187/H2819 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/PDF?billId=11313&generalCourtId=1 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/BillHtml/11313?generalCourtId=1 |
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