| Update Applicable to: | Effective date |
| All employers with at least 1 immigrant worker | July 1, 2024 |
What happened?
On April 10, 2024, Gov. Kim Reynolds signed into law Senate File 2340, making illegal immigration a state crime, and aiming to incentivize the onboarding of legal workers.
What are the details?
Key Bites
- It is a new law related to illegal reentry by certain aliens (8U.S.C.§1101).
- This law could significantly impact employers and the workforce, especially the availability of workers in industries where workers are mostly non-citizens or residents.
- The law increases scrutiny of hiring practices.
- Employers who hire individuals targeted by this law could potentially face legal challenges.
- Compliance with this law may require substantial resources, impacting businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises.
- Individuals who have been denied entry, deported, or removed from the U.S. and attempt reentry commit an aggravated misdemeanor under Section 718C.2.
- The specific penalties for non-compliant employers are not explicitly stated, so legal consultation is recommended.
Business Considerations
- Employers should ensure they are not employing individuals who have been previously denied admission, deported, or otherwise removed from the U.S. This can be done following the stablished employment eligibility process.
- Given the potential legal challenges and penalties associated with non-compliance, it is recommended that employers consult with a legal expert to fully understand the implications of this law on their operations.
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