Complying with the NEW I-9 and E-Verify Regulations - The Iceman Cometh

On August 1, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Citizens and Immigration Services (USCIS) released the long-awaited NEW version of the I-9 form along with updated completion regulations. Some changes include allowing remote document verification only if additional regulations are met.  
The cost of not properly completing I-9 forms can be very high. 

This means increased fines for violators. In addition to increasing the number of inspections, Immigration and Customs Enforcement has also nearly doubled the penalties for incorrect I-9 forms to $272 to $2,701 per incorrect I-9 form. The amount of the fine depends upon the percentage of incorrect I-9 forms.  

Compliance is actually easy if you know what to do.  Unfortunately, many organizations do not take the time to learn how to properly complete an I-9 form or do not train the people responsible for completing them. The forms are also changed every few years. 
Don’t let your company become a statistic by attending this webinar.

• ICE Worksite Investigations Have Surged
• Recent Penalties for Non-Compliance
• Employer Responsibilities
• Immigration and Customs Enforcement Covid-19 Extensions
• Review of The New I-9 Form
• Implementing a Follow-Up for Temporary Work Authorizations
• Determining Internal Practices on Retaining I-9 Forms
• Conducting a Self-Audit and Correcting Mistakes
• Action Items
• Questions 

It is vital that companies get a sense of their compliance picture by ensuring they are:

• Using the correct Form I-9 s– (a copy of the new form will be provided to participants)
• Filling out the forms correctly and completely
• Copying the correct documents and determining if it is necessary to copy documents at all.
• Keeping proper records
• Updating temporary work visas  
• Not hiring employees who do not have proper documents. 
• Communicating properly to employees and new hires? 
• Auditing their I-9s and knowing how to make corrections.

Any and all employees responsible for completing the new employee sign-up, orientation, and on-boarding.

• Human Resources Professionals
• Employees required to sign up or the onboarding of new employees. 
• Payroll administrators
• Individuals responsible for maintaining personnel files.

Target Industries: Companies in the Hospitality, Construction, Roofing, Food Preparation, Manufacturing, Agriculture and Landscaping. 

Bob McKenzie brings over 40 years of extensive human resources management experience to the table. With a rich background spanning various industries in both the private sector, public sector, and nonprofit organizations, Bob has honed his expertise in all facets of HR practices.

His insights and expertise have been recognized in numerous Human Resources trade publications, including HR.com, HR Magazine, HR Florida Review, Vault.com, BNA, the Institute of Management and Administration, and the Business Journals. As a sought-after speaker, Bob has graced several conferences and led engaging audio and web-based seminars.

Bob holds a Bachelor of Science in Commerce Degree with double majors in Industrial Relations and Organizational Behavior from Rider University. Currently residing in Brunswick, GA, Bob continues to be a driving force in the HR industry, offering valuable insights and solutions to organizations worldwide.