The bill H. 4797 aims to amend Section 41-8-20 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which pertains to employment eligibility verification for new employees by private employers. The proposed changes include the approval and use of additional work authorization program options beyond the existing E-Verify and SAVE programs. Specifically, it mandates that private employers required by federal law to complete employment eligibility verification must register and participate in either the E-Verify program, the SAVE program, or any other comparable or superior work authorization programs that are evaluated and approved by the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the responsibilities of the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce, which include evaluating and approving work authorization programs proposed by private employers to ensure they meet or exceed the quality of E-Verify and SAVE. The department is also tasked with providing a list of approved programs and offering technical advice and electronic access to the E-Verify website for those programs. This legislation is set to take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/17/2025: 41-8-20
Latest Version: 41-8-20