Ohio’s new E-Verify law for nonresidential construction contractors takes effect March 19, 2026. It requires all
nonresidential construction contractors, subcontractors, and labor brokers working in Ohio to use the federal E-Verify
system to confirm the work eligibility of employees on covered projects like commercial buildings, roads, bridges, and
utilities. The law assigns enforcement to the Ohio Attorney General, with penalties ranging from fines ($250-$25,000)
to disqualification from future state contracts for violations. Contractors should consult legal counsel on compliance and
potential conflicts with federal E-Verify rules.

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