Recent Form I-9 enforcement changes expose employers to significant risk and highlight the need for HR professionals to refine their their processes for verifying employees' identities and work authorizations. Brightmine offers many tools and resources to help an employer navigate complex Form I-9 and E-Verify requirements and shifting enforcement priorities.
The DHS has proposed a rule that would require certain nonimmigrant employees whose employment has ended to depart the US immediately unless they have separate authorization to remain.
Updated to reflect a September 2, 2026, ruling from a US District Court that blocked the application of EO #14418 to any children born after February 19, 2025.
Updated to reflect a prohibition on an employer hiring or continuing to employ someone who has provided a false Social Security number, effective July 1, 2026.