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MO HB206

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2011

Primary Sponsor

Michael Corcoran

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits business entities and employers from knowingly employing, hiring, or continuing to employ unauthorized aliens in Missouri.

  • Imposes a $50,000 fine on violators in addition to other penalties provided in existing law.

  • Requires state contractors receiving contracts or grants exceeding $5,000 to provide sworn affidavits confirming enrollment in a federal work authorization program and that they do not knowingly employ unauthorized aliens.

  • Mandates all public employers enroll and actively participate in a federal work authorization program.

  • Suspends federal work authorization program enrollment requirements for 15 working days during emergencies including natural disasters, hazardous material incidents, and major utility failures.

Legislative Description

Specifies that a business entity or employer who knowingly hires an illegal immigrant to perform work within the state will be subject to a $50,000 fine in addition to any other penalty provided by law

Last Action

Referred: International Trade and Job Creation (H)

4/12/2011

Committee Referrals

International Trade And Job Creation4/12/2011

Full Bill Text

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