Page 9 - Policies and Procedures

Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986,

as Revised in 1990

 It is illegal for employers to discriminate in respect
to hiring, firing, or recruitment or referral for a fee,
based on an individual’s citizenship or
immigration status, unless required to do so by
law, regulation or government contract

 Prohibits employers from preferring to hire
temporary visa holders or undocumented workers
over qualified U. S. citizens or other protected
individuals, such as refugees or individuals
granted asylum

 Requires employers to verify the identity and
employment eligibility of all employees by
completing the Employment Verification (I-9)
Form, and reviewing documents showing the
employee’s identity and employment
authorization