This bill amends section 48-2911 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to require employers to utilize the E-Verify system to verify the employment authorization of new employees. It prohibits employers from knowingly hiring unauthorized aliens and establishes penalties for violations, including potential disciplinary actions against an employer's license. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of the Commissioner of Labor and the Department of Labor in enforcing these provisions, including the development of a statewide random auditing program to ensure compliance.

Additionally, the bill eliminates the previous requirement for public employers and contractors to use the E-Verify system, harmonizes existing provisions, and introduces new definitions related to employment and unauthorized aliens. It mandates that each agency include notice of these requirements in any license application and establishes a public website to assist employers in compliance. The act is set to become operative on January 1, 2026, and includes a severability clause to maintain the validity of remaining sections if any part is declared unconstitutional.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 48-2911