HB921

Require additional Ohio employers to use E-verify

House | Introduced In House

📋 What This Bill Does

This bill aims to require more Ohio employers to use the E-verify program to confirm the eligibility of their employees and prohibits certain employment practices. It outlines procedures for verification, record-keeping, investigations, fines for violations, and consequences for noncompliance, such as disqualification from bidding on state contracts. The bill also mandates that state agencies include compliance provisions in contracts with covered employers for nonresidential construction projects.

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Rationale

The bill aligns with libertarian principles of limited government to some extent by focusing on employment practices within certain sectors. However, it conflicts with individual liberty by mandating specific verification requirements for employers.

Risks and Concerns

Mandatory E-verify usage infringes on the freedom of employers to hire individuals as they see fit.
Penalties and fines imposed by the bill may lead to increased government intervention in the business practices of employers.

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2.1 Aggression, Property, and Contract (2_1) OPPOSES

The bill mandates specific verification requirements for employers, which can be seen as government interference in private business practices.

2.9 Licensing (2_9) OPPOSES

The bill imposes licensing-like requirements on employers, contradicting the libertarian stance against occupational licensing laws.

Rationale

This bill partially aligns with libertarian principles by focusing on employment practices in a specific sector. However, it raises concerns about government interference in hiring practices, potentially infringing on employers' freedom to contract and increasing regulatory burdens.

Risks and Concerns

Government mandating specific employment verification methods limits employer autonomy and could lead to unintended consequences.
Increased regulations may hinder free market dynamics and innovation in employment practices.
Potential for discrimination or bias in the implementation of E-verify requirements.

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Free Markets (free_markets) OPPOSES

The bill involves government intervention in the labor market, contradicting the principle of free markets.

Rationale

The bill partially aligns with libertarian principles by aiming to regulate employment practices, but it conflicts with libertarian values of limited government intervention in private hiring decisions and potential privacy concerns.

Risks and Concerns

Imposing mandatory verification systems infringes on individual liberty and increases government intervention in the labor market.
Penalties for violations may lead to unintended consequences for businesses and workers.
Potential for data privacy issues related to E-verify usage.

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Civic Participation (civic-participation) NEUTRAL

The bill involves regulations impacting employment practices and worker verification, which can influence civic participation in the labor market.

Legislation

HB921

Require additional Ohio employers to use E-verify

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