Friday, January 16, 2026

Florida House Passes Bill Requiring Private Employers To Use E-Verify For New Hires

The Florida House has passed a bill requiring all private employers to use E-Verify for new hires. HB 197, sponsored by Rep. Berny Jacques and Rep. Kiyan Michael, expands a current law that requires public employers and private employers with 25 or more workers to use E-Verify. The bill aims to prevent employment of undocumented immigrants. Rep. Yvonne Hinson raised concerns about the burden on small businesses. Jacques stated, "If this bill passes, it will expose law-breakers harming Floridians and law-abiding people seeking employment.

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The bill (HB 197) , sponsored by Rep. Berny Jacques, R-Seminole, and Rep. Kiyan Michael, R-Jacksonville, would expand a current law that requires ...
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