Utah
States are increasingly considering laws establishing employment eligibility verification requirements. In Utah, two such bills have been enacted, and one non-binding resolution has been passed. Though the demand for quick action that compels Utah lawmakers and their colleagues across the nation is understandable, creating a patchwork of uncoordinated verification systems undermines the efficacy of existing and potential federal approaches.
Immigration and Employment Verification
Enacted Legislation
SB 39: Final version (March 17, 2009) amended Utah law to define “contract” (in relation to the required use of E-Verify as set out in SB 81) as “an agreement for the procurement of services that is awarded through a request for proposals process with a public employer.”
To view the final version of this bill, click here.
SCR1: In light of Congress’ inaction in enacting comprehensive immigration reform, Utah’s legislature responded by passing a non-binding resolution, SCR1, which requests federal waivers so that Utah can create a state-run employer-sponsored guest-worker program. The measure was signed by Governor Jon Huntsman Jr. on March 2, 2009.
To view the full version of this mandate, click here.
SB 81: Final version (March 13, 2008) requires public employers to register with and use a Status Verification System (E-Verify) to verify the federal work authorization status of new hires.
To view the final version of this bill, click here.
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