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politics1 month ago•16 min saved

Tennessee rolls out eight-bill immigration enforcement push aligned with White House

Tennessee Republicans unveiled an eight-bill immigration enforcement package that would require E-Verify for all state and local hiring, curb undocumented residents’ access to public benefits, broaden penalties on noncompliant local governments and officials, expand cooperation with federal authorities (including 287(g) steps), push English-language driver’s tests and related reporting, and criminalize being in the state after a final deportation order — a White House-aligned effort that critics say could harm communities and face legal challenges.

via Nashville Banner|

#e-verify #immigration #local-government

immigration6 months ago•2 min saved

Maine Police Officer Detained by ICE Agrees to Self-Deport

A Maine police reserve officer, Jon Luke Evans, who was detained by ICE for overstaying his visa and attempting to buy a firearm, has agreed to voluntarily leave the US after a dispute over his employment authorization, despite earlier assurances from local authorities that he was legally permitted to work in the country.

via The Guardian|

#e-verify #ice-detention #immigration

immigration6 months ago•2 min saved

Maine police officer detained by ICE agrees to voluntary departure

A Maine police reserve officer, Jon Luke Evans, was arrested by ICE for overstaying his visa and attempting to buy a firearm unlawfully. He has agreed to voluntarily leave the U.S., following a dispute over his employment authorization, which was initially believed to be valid based on E-Verify checks. Evans' departure is at his own expense to avoid deportation, amid ongoing tensions between local authorities and ICE over immigration enforcement and employment verification.

via NBC News|

#e-verify #ice-arrest #immigration

local8 months ago•3 min saved

Omaha Meat Plant Raid: Immigration Enforcement Sparks Protests and Controversy

The owner of an Omaha food plant claims his business was unfairly targeted by federal immigration officials despite following proper hiring procedures, including E-Verify, leading to a raid that arrested over 70 workers and significantly impacted the local community and economy.

via ABC News|

#e-verify #immigration #local

local-news8 months ago•3 min saved

Omaha Meat Plant Raid Sparks Controversy and Protests

The owner of Glenn Valley Foods in Omaha claims his company followed all legal hiring procedures, including E-Verify, but was still raided by federal immigration officials, resulting in over 70 arrests and significant community and economic impact. The raid highlights ongoing tensions and challenges in immigration enforcement and employment verification systems in the U.S.

via Yahoo|

#e-verify #immigration #local-news

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Nikki Haley's Campaign Trail Critiques and Visits Ahead of Super Tuesday"

Nikki Haley criticizes Massachusetts' response to the migrant housing crisis, advocating for a national E-Verify program, defunding sanctuary cities, and increasing border patrol and ICE agents. She also criticizes Donald Trump for hindering a bipartisan border deal and calls on Congress to revisit and pass it. Haley argues that Massachusetts should redirect funds spent on illegal immigrants to address the needs of its own citizens. She is campaigning in New England to appeal to voters.

via NBC Boston|

#border-security #e-verify #massachusetts

immigration2 years ago•2 min saved

USCIS Introduces Revised Form I-9 for Remote Work Verification

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will release a revised version of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, on August 1, 2023. The updated form includes improvements such as a checkbox for employers enrolled in E-Verify to indicate remote examination of identity and employment authorization documents. This alternative procedure was authorized by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and allows certain employers to remotely examine Form I-9 documents. Employers must be enrolled in E-Verify, retain copies of all documents, conduct a live video interaction with the employee, and create an E-Verify case for new hires. The revised form also includes other changes, such as reducing sections, making it fillable on tablets and mobile devices, and providing additional guidance on acceptable documents. The new form will be available on uscis.gov on August 1, 2023, and all employers must use it starting November 1, 2023.

via USCIS|

#covid-19-flexibilities #e-verify #employment-eligibility-verification

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

DeSantis' White House Run and Its Implications for Immigrants, Businesses, and the GOP

Florida's new anti-immigration law, which goes into effect on July 1, includes strict employment mandates, such as requiring private employers with 25 or more employees to use E-Verify. Businesses fear this will have a significant impact on Florida's agriculture, construction, and hospitality sectors, which rely heavily on immigrant workers. The law also redefines human smuggling and imposes harsh penalties for violators. Critics say the law will cost the state billions in lost revenue, while supporters argue it will expel recent immigrants and provide more job opportunities for citizens and lawful residents.

via NPR|

#business #e-verify #florida

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Florida's Viral Headlines: From Worker Walkouts to Anti-Immigration Laws.

Florida's new anti-immigrant law, signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, mandates that businesses with 25 or more employees verify the citizenship status of workers through the federal online portal E-Verify or face stronger penalties, among other new restrictions. The law, which goes into effect on July 1, is causing fear and frustration among the state's large immigrant communities, who stand to face the brunt of the new rules. Critics say the law will lead to worker shortages and a wide-ranging and intrusive crackdown on the state's large immigrant communities.

via Vox.com|

#e-verify #florida #immigration

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Florida's Controversial Laws and Actions Spark Outrage Among Various Groups.

Latino truck drivers are threatening to boycott Florida over the state's new penalties and restrictions on undocumented immigrants, which require employers to verify if workers are authorized to work in the U.S. The drivers are calling on migrants to stand down from work for up to a week and are planning to boycott Florida by not driving in the state beginning as early as next month. The new law, which takes effect on July 1, requires businesses with more than 25 employees to use E-verify and invalidates out-of-state identification cards issued to "unauthorized immigrants."

via WFLA|

#boycott #e-verify #florida

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Florida's Immigration Law Sparks Boycott Threats and Bigotry Concerns"

Latino truck drivers are threatening to boycott delivery in or out of Florida in response to Senate Bill 1718, which requires businesses with 25+ employees to use E-Verify to determine if their employees are legally authorized to work in the U.S. The law also invalidates out-of-state identification cards issued to "unauthorized immigrants." Immigration advocates say the law targets communities that are struggling, and truck drivers are calling for a boycott to show solidarity with their fellow countrymen. The new law will take effect on July 1.

via NewsNation Now|

#boycott #e-verify #florida

immigration2 years ago•1 min saved

DeSantis' immigration bill causes worker shortages and empty shelves in Florida.

Videos on social media show several construction sites in Florida abandoned by immigrant workers following the state’s new immigration law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis last week. The law expands requirements for businesses to use E-Verify, prohibits local governments from providing money to organizations that issue identification cards to people illegally in the country, and invalidates out-of-state driver’s licenses held by undocumented immigrants. Migrant advocates warn about the devastating effects the new law may have on agriculture and prices at the grocery store, as farm and hospitality workers may go elsewhere and create an economic gap in Florida.

via WPLG Local 10|

#construction-workers #e-verify #florida

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Florida's Immigration Policies Spark Controversy and Economic Concerns

Miami-Dade Police will not ask for legal status paperwork during stops in light of a new immigration law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis. The law will punish drivers who transport undocumented people into the state who came into the US illegally. Businesses with 25 or more employees will be required to use the e-verify system to check their legal status, causing concern about potential labor shortages. The law is expected to attract litigation, and law enforcement will be trained on how to enforce it.

via NBC 6 South Florida|

#e-verify #florida #immigration

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Controversial Florida Laws Spark Fear and Secrecy"

Florida's new immigration law, which includes tougher penalties for hiring or transporting undocumented workers and requires E-Verify screening for new hires at businesses with 25 or more employees, is causing panic in the agriculture community. Some farm workers are already too scared to go to work and are considering leaving the state, which could cause a huge staffing crisis for Florida agriculture. The law is expected to have a wide-ranging impact on a number of industries vital to Florida's economy, including farming, construction, and hospitality.

via WPTV News Channel 5 West Palm|

#agriculture #e-verify #florida

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

House GOP scrambles for votes on sweeping border bill with last-minute changes.

House Republican leaders made last-minute changes to their Secure the Border Act, which would limit asylum and push border security measures, including building former President Trump’s border wall. The changes addressed concerns from moderates and hardline conservatives about provisions such as mandatory E-Verify and a proposed study evaluating whether to label cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. The bill was amended to include “sense of Congress” language that in enacting the E-Verify requirement, the Department of Homeland Security must ensure “any adverse impact on the nation’s agricultural workforce operations and food security are considered and addressed.” A vote on House passage is expected on Thursday, but the bill is not expected to become law as it faces significant opposition in the Democratic-led Senate.

via The Hill|

#asylum #border-crackdown #cartels