Michigan
States are increasingly considering laws establishing employment eligibility verification requirements. In Michigan, one such bill has been enacted and three are pending. Though the demand for quick action that compels Michigan lawmakers and their colleagues across the nation is understandable, creating a patchwork of uncoordinated verification systems undermines efficacy of existing and potential federal approaches.
Immigration and Employment Verification
Enacted Legislation
SB 229: Final version (November 6, 2007) requires state agencies to consider a number of factors when awarding or canceling contracts for work or purchase with private businesses. These factors include "whether a proposal by a vendor to provide services to this state using employees, contractors, subcontractors, or other individuals who are not citizens of the United States, legal resident aliens, or individuals with a valid visa would be detrimental to the state of Michigan, its residents, or the state’s economy."
To view final version of this bill, click here.
Pending Legislation
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