HB 1488

Relating to employment practices of governmental entities, state contractors, and private employers in this state regarding the legal status of employees, including requiring participation in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify program, and authorizing the suspension of certain licenses held by private employers for certain conduct in relation to the employment of persons not lawfully present; providing an administrative penalty.

Principle Criteria

Free Enterprise

Property Rights

Personal Responsibility

Limited Government

Individual Liberty

Digest

HB 1488 mandates participation in the federal E-Verify program for employment verification by governmental entities, state contractors, and private employers in Texas. It establishes penalties, including license suspension for non-compliance, and creates a compliance division within the Texas Workforce Commission to enforce these requirements. The bill includes provisions for procedural development, model policies, and penalties for non-compliance.

Author (1)

A.J. Louderback

Contact the Author

Rep. A.J. Louderback

Capitol Phone:

(512) 463-0456

Capitol Office:

EXT E1.418

E-Mail:

[email protected]

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