PLEASE NOTE: The following is presented as general educational information. It is not legal advice, either express or implied. Consultation with legal counsel is recommended for all employment law matters. This information is subject to change without notice.

On July 7, 2008, Missouri Governor Matt Blunt signed legislation that requires all public employers to enroll and participate in E-Verify or other federal work authorization program. The law, effective January 1, 2009, also requires any business with a state contract or grant in excess of $5,000 or any business receiving state-administered or subsidized tax credit, tax abatement or loan from the state to participate in E-Verify or other federal work authorization program.

Enrollment in E-Verify is optional for employers who do not fall into one of the categories listed above. However, participation in E-Verify is considered an affirmative defense to allegations of hiring unauthorized aliens.

Click here to read the text of the legislation. Click here to read the governor’s press release.

Verifications, Inc. Employment Eligibility Solutions

It’s difficult to follow the rapidly developing state legislation mandating use of the E-Verify program. That’s why we recommend using E-Verify for all your new hires, regardless of their location. Instituting a consistent E-Verify program across all locations keeps you ahead of rapidly changing E-Verify regulations.

Verifications has a solution that helps you maintain compliance across your organization. Our Legal Right to Work check can be easily incorporated into your onboarding process company wide, creating a consistent, compliant process. Our check uses the E-Verify program to electronically query DHS and SSA databases and verify new employees’ U.S. work eligibility. The query result confirms whether the social security number submitted belongs to an individual who is legally permitted to work in the U.S. Enhanced capabilities include email management alerts and reports that help track and monitor tentative non-confirmations.

Verifications also offers an electronic solution for I-9 forms processing that facilitates one-click submission of the E-Verify check upon completion of the electronic form I-9. Advanced error detection ensures forms are completed correctly so you maintain compliance with federal regulations. In addition, the system allows employers to:

• Eliminate duplicate data entry
• Eliminate paper storage of I-9s
• Provide a single reporting interface
• Receive email management alerts to track and monitor expiring work authorization documents

Call us toll-free at (866) 455-0779 or e-mail sales@verificationsinc.com to learn more.