The proposed bill introduces new regulations for nonresidential construction contractors, subcontractors, and labor brokers in Ohio, focusing on the employment eligibility of workers. It mandates the use of the E-Verify program to confirm employee eligibility and requires the maintenance of verification records for three years. The bill also prohibits the continued employment of individuals who receive a notice of final nonconfirmation from E-Verify. Key definitions are established, and a framework for enforcement is created, including a complaint process overseen by the attorney general, who will investigate violations and impose penalties, including fines for noncompliance and potential license revocation for knowingly employing unauthorized aliens.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that if a contractor or broker lacks a license for the specific business location where an unauthorized alien worked, the court must revoke all licenses held by that entity at its primary place of business. It also establishes that courts will rely on federal determinations regarding an alien's immigration status, creating a rebuttable presumption of lawful status based on these findings. The attorney general is tasked with conducting periodic reviews of state agencies and political subdivisions to ensure compliance with the Revised Code regarding contracts for nonresidential construction projects, imposing fines for non-compliance. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance accountability and adherence to immigration laws within the construction industry.