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SB462Introduced in the Senate

Using E-Verify to verify legal employment status of workers

IntroducedSenate Government Organization

Introduced by Brian Helton, District 9

What does this bill do?

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Official description

The purpose of this bill is to verify the legal employment status of workers and record-keeping requirements and employer compliance. The bill defines "employment verification" as the electronic verification system or "E-Verify." The bill prohibits local governments from enacting ordinances that contravene or limit the commissioner; and provides civil protections for employers using E-Verify.

Where it stands

To Government Organization

January 16, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Filed for introduction

  2. To Government Organization

  3. Introduced in Senate

  4. To Government Organization

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