The notice fleshes out an executive order President Bush issued on June 6 directing contractors to use the E-Verify system to check workers’ status. Marco Giamberardino, senior director of the Associated General Contractors’ federal and heavy construction division, says the proposed rule contains specifics that the Bush order lacked. He says AGC has questions about the plan, including what it means for materials suppliers.
Employers must use E-Verify system to confirm workers’ legal status.