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Best Practices for I-9 Compliance in 2024

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USCIS introduced a new Form I-9 to a single-sided sheet. All employers MUST now use the form version released in August 2023. The form is now available in fillable form on tablets and mobile devices...more

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New DHS Parole Policy for Long-Term Undocumented Spouses, Stepchildren

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Seyfarth Synopsis: On Aug. 19, 2024, DHS posted for public inspection a Federal Register notice implementing the “Keeping Families Together” process for certain noncitizen spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens. “Keeping...more

Mitratech Holdings, Inc

What Triggers an I-9 Audit?

The word “audit” can strike fear in the hearts of HR professionals across the country. With increasing fines, an I-9 audit can turn a small mistake into a big cost....more

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The “Modernized” H-2A Program: What Every Agricultural Business Needs to Know for 2025!

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Want to know more about the 2025 H-2A Visa Program? Besides reading the below deep dive, you can register for our September 10 webinar, where we'll discuss the 2025 process, employer obligations and compliance requirements,...more

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DHS Publishes Inflation-Adjusted Fines for Employer Noncompliance With I-9 Rules

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published on June 28, 2024, increased civil monetary penalties for employer noncompliance with Form I-9 rules. Each year, penalties pursuant to the Immigration and Nationality Act of...more

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Rebrand for Homeland Security Investigations

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Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) is “rebranding.” As part of its rebranding, it has relaunched its website to distance itself from the politics of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). ICE remains the...more

Lowenstein Sandler LLP

Trade Matters - Lowenstein Sandler's Global Trade & National Security Newsletter - May 2024

On April 15, the U.S. Department of the Treasury published a proposed rule that would enhance certain Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS or the Committee) procedures and increase CFIUS penalty and...more

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What Has Been Happening at OCAHO in 2023-2024?

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From February 2023 to the present, the Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer (OCAHO) issued four decisions concerning the amount of I-9 penalties.2 In all four cases, the employers underwent Immigration and...more

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Current Issues in Immigration Compliance

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As we start the second quarter of 2024, there are a number of important developments in immigration compliance involving many of the applicable agencies. ...more

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Penalties for Immigration-Related Violations Continue to Rise in 2024

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As required under the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 2015, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced, through the Federal Register, increases for penalties under the Immigration Reform & Control Act...more

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Employers Get Immigration Guidance from Government: Appeal I-9 Fines to Reduce Damage

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We rarely see a government body provide guidance to employers in such an extraordinary manner as we saw last month, when an immigration hearing officer sent a loud-and-clear message to employers facing I-9 fines: appeal your...more

Mitratech Holdings, Inc

It’s Time to Ditch the Paper I-9 Process

Tired of drowning in a sea of paperwork? Frustrated with the endless hours spent sifting through stacks of forms? It’s time to leave the old, cumbersome ways behind and embrace the power of digital transformation. Yes, we’re...more

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Employers Need to Pay Close Attention to Form I-9 Processing

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In today’s ever-evolving legal landscape, compliance with immigration laws is crucial for businesses of all sizes. Employers have a legal obligation to verify the employment eligibility of their workers, and one essential...more

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Government Shutdowns and Immigration Processes: What to Expect

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If Congress does not pass appropriations legislation or a stopgap spending bill by September 30, 2023, the federal government will experience a shutdown on October 1, 2023. A federal government shutdown will disrupt certain...more

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U.S.- Immigration agency updates guidelines for officials’ treatment of Red Notices (part 3 of 3)

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On September 29, 2023, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) issued new agency-wide guidelines regarding how its employees will address cases in which Red Notices and Diffusions....more

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U.S.- Immigration agency updates guidelines for officials’ treatment of Red Notices (part 2 of 3)

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On September 29, 2023, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) issued new agency-wide guidelines regarding how its employees will address cases in which Red Notices and Diffusions....more

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U.S.- Immigration agency updates guidelines for officials’ treatment of Red Notices (part 1 of 3)

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Today, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) issued new agency-wide guidelines regarding how its employees will address situations in which Red Notices and Diffusions exist....more

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Looming U.S. Government Shutdown Directly Impacts Employers Hiring and Retaining Foreign Workers Through H-1B, H-2A/H-2B and/or...

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Following reports of competing bills in the House and Senate, the U.S. government is potentially headed for a shutdown, which would begin on October 1, 2023, the beginning of the 2024 fiscal year. This would directly affect...more

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How a Partial Government Shutdown Would Impact Employers and Business Immigration Services

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services - With a partial government shutdown still potentially imminent, here is an overview of the potential impacts on employers and business immigration services....more

Guidepost Solutions LLC

Navigating Corporate Risk: The Imperative of Thorough H-1B Program Audits

In the realm of corporate risk, immigration-related concerns often take a back seat. But a closer look at the current Administration’s actions reveals where priorities lie and which industries, sectors, and companies may be...more

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Potential Government Shutdown: Immigration Consequences for Employers and their Foreign Employees

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Seyfarth Synopsis: If Congress cannot resolve funding issues by 11:59 pm EST on September 30, 2023, resulting in a federal government shutdown, it will have a ripple effect on employers, both large and small, with an impact...more

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Department of Homeland Security Ends Covid-19 Temporary Flexibilities and Rolls Out New E-Verify Alternative Verification...

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Beginning in March of 2020, the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) allowed employers to complete the I-9 process remotely on account of the COVID-19 pandemic. On May...more

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What Happens to the Immigration Agencies When the Government Shuts Down? - September 2023

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By September 30, 2023, Congress will again have to fund the government. Despite ongoing efforts by the administration and Congress, indications are that a shutdown may occur at the beginning of the fiscal year, on October 1....more

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Immigration Insider | September 2023

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Revised Form I-9 and Verification Procedures- As a reminder, the revised I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification form must be used by all employers by November 1, 2023. In addition, new regulations provide a process for...more

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Immigration Compliance: Will Inflation Play a Bigger Role in I-9 Fines? 4 Takeaways for Employers

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At a time when inflation is on everyone’s mind, it appears that a federal immigration leader is paying attention and may let inflation play a slightly bigger role in I-9 fine assessments. The Chief Administrative Hearing...more

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