FL S0664

Beginning July 1, 2020, economic development incentive applications must include proof the applicant business is registered with and uses E-Verify to verify work authorization of newly hired employees; noncompliant awardees must repay all received incentive moneys within 30 days of final determination.

Effective January 1, 2021, all public employers, contractors, and subcontractors must register with and use E-Verify to verify newly hired employees' work authorization status and cannot enter into contracts unless all parties comply.

Effective January 1, 2021, private employers must verify employment eligibility of newly hired employees either through E-Verify or by obtaining Form I-9 documentation, and must retain verification records for at least 3 years.

Private employers complying with employment verification requirements receive immunity from civil and criminal liability for hiring unauthorized aliens based on verification documentation; noncompliance results in department-required affidavit or license suspension, with permanent license revocation after three violations within 36 months.

Public employers, contractors, and subcontractors must terminate contracts with entities knowingly violating employment laws; contract termination is not a breach and contractors are liable for additional costs incurred by public employers.