Relating to requiring state contractors, political subdivisions of this state, and private employers to participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, or E-verify.
What changed between versions
Header and title information were updated to reflect the engrossed version of the bill, including sponsor information and proper bill numbering.
Outdated text about digital content accessibility updates on TLO was removed as it was not part of the final legislative text.
Specific implementation dates were added: state agency procedures due by December 31, 2025; E-verify requirements for contractors apply to bids made public on or after the effective date; private employer and political subdivision requirements begin January 1, 2027.
Clear enforcement mechanisms were established, including the comptroller's authority to debar non-compliant contractors from state contracts for one year, with possible extensions.
Contract certification language was standardized to require contractors to certify they are not ineligible to receive contracts under the E-verify program requirements.