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E-Verify Expansion in Iowa to Come?

On May 1, 2019 / E-Verify / Leave a comment

Everyone is talking about immigration policy these days, but another debate is taking place among Iowa lawmakers considering mandating E-Verify for all businesses. While immigration law remains exclusively in the hands of Congress by virtue of the Constitution, a few avenues exist for states to contribute to

Worksite Enforcement of I-9 Laws

On May 1, 2019 / I-9 Compliance / Leave a comment

With immigration continuing to be a focus in the U.S., worksite enforcement of I-9 laws is something business owners should pay attention to. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have ramped up scrutiny of Employment Eligibility Verification form (I-9) procedures, and the results have been eye-opening. In

280 Arrests in Allen, Texas, the Latest Lesson in I-9 Compliance

On April 9, 2019 / I-9 Enforcement / Leave a comment

Immigration officials executed the largest workplace raid in more than a decade on a north Texas electronics repair business in early April, resulting in criminal charges against CVE Technology Group and more than 280 employees. The operation in Allen, Texas is the latest headline-grabbing component of immigration

Evolution of US Immigration Policy and the Form I9

On April 8, 2019 / I-9 Compliance / Leave a comment

A Reminder of Why We Do What We Do It’s easy to fall into a mode of merely complying with the details of the regulations that shape the slices of the world we inhabit, but a look at how the I-9 culture evolved can remind us thatRead more →

2019 Primer To the Immigration and I9 Compliance Laws

On March 20, 2019 / I-9 Compliance / Leave a comment

FY 2018 saw the number of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) worksite investigations quadruple, so it’s a good time to consider how to be compliant with immigration laws and I-9s in 2019. The federal government is actively seeking companies that employ undocumented workers as a means ofRead more →

What To Expect When You’re Expecting…ICE Auditors That Is

On March 13, 2019 / I-9 Enforcement / Leave a comment

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has increased worksite investigations, making understanding I-9 audits more relevant than ever for business owners. When a negative audit can cause millions of dollars in fines and penalties as well as prison time, it pays to evaluate procedures and perform a self-auditRead more →

ICE Audits Are A Reality

On February 26, 2019 / I-9 Enforcement / Leave a comment

ICE Investigations in 2018 US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) investigations in 2018 surged by 405% over 2017 to ensure a “culture of compliance.” The agency’s stated goals are to: Prevent the abuse of workers; Deter further illegal immigration; Stop criminal activity, thereby enhancing public safety; EliminateRead more →

Why I-9 Compliance is Vital

On January 29, 2019 / I-9 Enforcement / Leave a comment

Last year, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) quadrupled the number of worksite investigations, a sobering reminder of why I-9 compliance is vital to every employer. These investigations led to a 440% increase in audits, a 560% increase in criminal arrests and an 887% increase in administrativeRead more →

Be Prepared: Mergers And Acquisitions Do Not Absolve I-9 Compliance Issues

On January 22, 2019 / I-9 Enforcement / Leave a comment

Mergers and acquisitions create chaotic periods for affected businesses, but they do not absolve those businesses of their obligation to ensure compliance with immigration and employment laws. In fact, the new entity becomes liable for the sins of the old. It must, therefore, perform its due diligenceRead more →

ICE Investigations Surge 400% in 2018

On January 11, 2019 / I-9 Enforcement / Leave a comment

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) investigations in 2018 surged by 405% over 2017 to ensure a “culture of I9 compliance.” The agency’s stated goals are to: Prevent the abuse of workers; Deter further illegal immigration; Stop criminal activity, thereby enhancing public safety; Eliminate threats to nationalRead more →