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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will publish a proposed rule tomorrow that would allow the agency to provide optional alternatives to physical document examination in some scenarios in the Form I-9 process.
Key Points:
Background: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has provided temporary Form I-9 flexibilities that allow for remote document verification in some cases for eligible employers who are operating remotely because of COVID-19. The temporary flexibilities are currently scheduled to expire on Oct. 31. U.S. employers and business coalitions, including BAL, have urged DHS to make remote verification available permanently.
BAL Analysis: While the DHS proposal does not directly authorize remote document examination, it would create a legal structure that would allow the government to use alternative processes in the future. DHS also said it is “exploring alternative options” including making some of the COVID-19 measures permanent. BAL will continue to follow the possible changes on the Form I-9 process and will provide updates as information becomes available.
This alert has been provided by the BAL U.S. Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.
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