USCIS has just published a supplemental guide for federal contractors
on the E-Verify system. The guide, published on September 8, 2009, is
available online at:
http://www.uscis.gov/USCIS/E-Verify/Federal%20Contractors/Supplemental%20Guidance%20for%20Federal%20Contractors%20082709%20FINAL.pdf
USCIS’ rule that all federal contractors and subcontractors are
required to use E-Verify, the government’s online portal to confirm the
identity and employment authorization of employees, went into effect on
September 8. The 22-page supplemental guide provides guidance on a
range of topics for contractors, including background information on
E-Verify and federal legislation related to the program, detailed
instructions for verifying new and existing employees, instructions for
how to verify your workforce, information on contracts, exemptions and
exceptions, and information for subcontractors and independent
contractors and affiliates.
The E-Verify program and legislation related to it have been fraught
with problems. Many groups, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and
other national trade organizations, have been quite vocal in their
opposition to the program. The program, however, is now active and
required for use by all federal contractors and subcontractors, with
the exception of a few exempt groups.
