Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has recently signed SB 0508 into law, introducing enhanced employment protections related to the use of worker authorization verification systems like E-Verify. Effective January 1, 2025, this law amends the Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act to prohibit employers from voluntarily enrolling in E-Verify unless required by state or federal law.
Key provisions:
- Employers are prohibited from voluntarily enrolling in E-Verify or similar systems unless required by state or federal law.
- Employers cannot impose verification or re-verification requirements beyond those mandated by federal law.
- If notified of a discrepancy between an employee’s name or Social Security number and the Social Security Administration’s records, employers must provide the employee with specific documents and time to resolve the issue. Employers must also post notices of any I-9 inspections within 72 hours in the language used to communicate with employees.
Non-compliance with these provisions may result in civil penalties and legal action, making it crucial for employers to understand and implement these changes in their employment practices.
