Bill > S1015

This bill establishes a "worker documentation certification program" requiring any entity contracting with the government for goods or services, referred to as a "public employer," to register and use an electronic system to verify the work authorization of all new employees. This program is intended to ensure compliance with federal immigration laws. The bill outlines a phased implementation based on the number of employees, starting with larger employers and eventually applying to all. It also mandates that contractors and subcontractors adhere to the same verification requirements. The Inspector General will develop regulations to ensure compliance, and the Auditor will conduct random audits. Furthermore, the Attorney General will operate a confidential hotline for reporting suspected violations of laws related to the unlawful employment of unauthorized aliens, with all complaints forwarded to the U.S. Attorney General and detailed in an annual report to the legislature. The bill also clarifies that employers who properly register and participate in the program will be considered compliant, even if an employee later provides fraudulent identification.