Due to the federal government shutdown E-Verify — the electronic employment eligibility verification program that compliments the Form I-9 — is unavailable.  This means, among other things, that employers cannot access their E-Verify account during this time and until the federal government reopens. This will affect employers ability to enroll in E-Verify, create cases and address Tentative Non-Confirmations (TNCs).  The shutdown could end as early as today if Congress passes another stop-gap funding measure funding the government through February 8, 2018.

In the meantime, employers must still complete the Form I-9 for all new hires.  However, if you participate in E-Verify you will not be able to create a case and must do so when E-Verify is again available.  Read more about how to address the three business day window (which employers will not meet) for creating cases in E-Verify as a result of the federal government shutdown by clicking here.