Form I-9 Compliance Flexibility Rules - New Deadline and Things to Keep in Mind

Overview:

The COVID-19 Pandemic has changed the way all of us do business. 

As a result of the pandemic and the massive increase in remote employees, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has temporarily changed the way we can verify documents during these trying times. 

It is important to note that these changes are still temporary and there are a lot of steps to follow to be in compliance. It is also important to note that we will all have to comply with the traditional document verification process in the future.

In March of 2020, ICE announced a 60-day reprieve to physically inspect the original documents that prove identity and work authorization. This “flexibility” has been extended several times and the latest deadline is now October 31, 2022. 

This “flexibility” actually makes compliance more difficult by adding some administrative details and is only available to certain employers that meet specific criteria.

This webinar will give you the tools needed to properly complete I-9 forms properly.

Following areas will be covered during the session:

• The importance of understanding the requirements for completing I-9 Forms.
• The Importance of understanding I-9 Compliance during COVID and what must be done after COVID.
• Using a Company Representative to complete remote I-9 forms
• The importance of the timeliness of completing I-9 forms.
• Determining best practices for paper and electronic recordkeeping of I-9 Forms.
• Developing a follow-up mechanism for temporary work authorizations.
• The differences between E-Verify and I-9 record keeping requirements.
• Fines and penalties for non-compliance
• Conducting an I-9 Audit

Why should you attend?

Employers often make mistakes when completing their I-9 forms. One little mistake on a form will result in a fine. If more than 50% of your I-9 forms have a mistake, it means a fine of over $1,900 for each mistake. If you have 100 employees and 50% have a mistake, your company owes over $95,000.

Attending this webinar will help you to avoid any potential large fines and gain some peace of mind when all I-9’s are done correctly.

Who will benefit?

• Human Resources Professionals
• Employees required to sign up or the onboarding of new employees
• Payroll administrators
• Individuals responsible for maintaining personnel files
• Companies that implemented a remote workforce during COVID.