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I9 Form
Why Publix Suppliers Choose Consultstu for I‑9 and Immigration Audits
For Publix suppliers, maintaining immigration compliance isn’t optional—it’s a critical business requirement for doing business with the Florida grocery giant. From proper Form I‑9 completion to ongoing document retention requirements, even small mistakes can create risks. That’s why more Publix suppliers trust Consultstu as their partner...
Florida E-Verify Compliance: Reminder to Employers
While E-Verify may not be the most exciting topic on your HR checklist, staying on top of your company’s obligations in Florida can save it from costly penalties, operational disruption, and stress. There is also talk of increased enforcement efforts in Florida and proposed state legislation to expand E-Verify requirements. So, it is a good......
Handling Employee Mismatch, Non-Confirmation in the E-Verify System
E-Verify is a key tool for employers in the United States, allowing them to verify the eligibility of their employees to work legally. However, there are instances when the E-Verify system may return a mismatch or non-confirmation status for an employee’s information. Employers need to understand how to handle these situations to ensure they ...
Walmart Worker Verification (WV) Program for Contractors
Contractors working with Walmart may be required to comply with Walmart’s strict Worker Verification (WV) Program as part of their Compliance and Performance Standards. This program is designed to ensure that every worker on a Walmart site is authorized to work in the U.S. and has been properly documented before entering the project site. Non-com...
New I9 Form in 2025; Current Version Still Valid
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has made minor changes to Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. The new revised Form I-9 with an edition date 01/20/25 and an expiration date 05/31/2027 is now available for download, while multiple previous editions remain valid until their respective expiration dates. Specifically, th...
Venezuela TPS Status: Handling Expiring Employment Authorization Cards
It has not been easy for employers to make sense of the fast-moving immigration regulation changes and court cases. One topic creating lots of HR questions is Venezuelans who were granted Temporary Protected Status (TPS) under the Biden Administration. The Secretary of Homeland Security is authorized to designate a foreign country for TPS due to......
What is a Notice of Inspection (NOI) to Review Employer I9 Forms?
The Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), enacted in 1986, requires employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of their employees and sets forth criminal and civil sanctions for employment-related violations. For current employees, employers are required to maintain for inspection the original Form(s) I-9 on paper or as an on-...
What Employers Need to Know about Optional Practical Training (OPT) of Foreign Students
Due to the large number of foreign students that are studying in the United States. Employers need to know about Optional practical training (OPT) and the option for temporarily employing a foreign student once they graduate from a U.S. university if they work in their major area of study. According to USCIC, eligible students can......
Navigating Customer I-9 Form Audits: Compliance and Client Relationships
Corporate America knows that maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory requirements is critical (legally and for public relations). Among the essential documents for businesses engaging in corporate services or B2B transactions is the I-9 form, a vital piece of the hiring process designed to verify the identity and employment authorization o...
Recent DOJ Fact Sheet for Employers Using Commercial Electronic Form I-9 Software
In December 2023, the Department of Justice (DOJ) published a fact sheet that discussed what employers should keep in mind if they use private sector commercial or proprietary software to electronically complete, modify, or retain Form I-9s. Although this document refers to these products collectively as Form I-9 software programs – it also a...
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