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The U.S. Department of Justice’s new immigration enforcement directives impact employers by increasing penalties for hiring unauthorized workers. Employers must carefully navigate these directives, ensuring they comply with updated I-9 requirements, verify work…
Indiana House lawmakers passed House Bill 1531, which would penalize businesses with more than 10 employees that knowingly hire illegal immigrants. The bill, aimed at enforcing stricter immigration laws, introduces penalties like warnings, suspensions, and potential…
Generative AI (GenAI) is increasing the risk of employee impersonation and identity fraud, according to the 2025 State of Identity Fraud report. AI-driven technologies, including deepfakes and counterfeit ID generators, have been linked to a rise in biometric spoofs…
Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) is partnering with ID.me for faster ID verification in the unemployment system. Iowans must use ID.me to verify their identity when applying for unemployment benefits by April 1st. The process aims to reduce fraudulent claims and…
As drug legalization gains traction across the U.S., drug testing laws vary by state. Only five states have strong workplace drug testing legislation, and 11 states lack any laws on the matter. Since 2012, 19 states, plus Washington, D.C., have legalized recreational…
A new bill introduced in Prince George’s County aims to prevent public safety departments from automatically disqualifying candidates who test positive for cannabis during the application process. The bill, introduced by Councilmember Krystal Oriadha, seeks to address…
A U.S. District Court in Maryland ruled that employers are not required to allow employees to use medically prescribed marijuana at work, even under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). While the court acknowledged that employees cannot be discriminated against…
Florida schools can now fingerprint volunteers under a new law aimed at enhancing security. The law, effective immediately, mandates background checks for volunteers in schools who have direct contact with students. While some schools have already begun implementing…
Colorado Democrats are pushing for stricter background checks for rideshare drivers, including Lyft and Uber. The proposed bill aims to improve safety by requiring more thorough checks on drivers’ criminal histories, particularly for violent crimes, and ensuring…
Texas House Bill 2466, set to take effect in September 2025, introduces a statewide Ban the Box requirement, delaying criminal history inquiries until applicants are deemed qualified or offered interviews. While aimed at fair chance hiring, the bill’s vague…