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AR SB1089

Bill

Status

Failed

5/17/2013

Primary Sponsor

Jon Woods

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Origin

Senate

89th General Assembly (2013 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Adds Arkansas Code 17-25-317 to authorize the Contractors Licensing Board to suspend or revoke a contractor's license after notice and hearing if found knowingly employing workers without legal authorization to work in the United States, either directly or through subcontractors.

  • Defines "worker without legal authorization to work in the United States" as an individual unable to present valid documentation of identity and work authorization as required by Federal Form I-9 using standards existing as of January 1, 2013.

  • Provides affirmative defense exempting contractors from liability if they use the federal E-verify system to verify legal work status of all employees offered employment.

  • Allows contractors to avoid subcontractor liability if they have a written agreement requiring the subcontractor to verify worker authorization through E-verify system.

  • Directs the Contractors Licensing Board to promulgate rules necessary to implement the section's provisions.

Legislative Description

An Act To Allow The Contractors Licensing Board To Take Action Against A Contractor For Knowingly Employing A Worker Without Legal Authorization To Work In The United States.

Last Action

Sine Die adjournment

5/17/2013

Committee Referrals

State Agencies & Governmental Affairs3/11/2013

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