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Feds on Lookout for Invalid Social Security Numbers
Work site enforcement of U.S. immigration law by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, an investigative branch of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), appears to be increasing — and thousands of dollars in fines already have been levied on some builders.
The stepped-up enforcement includes determining whether or not employees’ Social Security records are valid and experts say employers may need to update their recordkeeping as a result.
When the Social Security Administration (SSA) determines that an employee’s Social Security number is not recognized as valid or appears to be inaccurate, it sends a “no-match” letter to the employer.
The DHS announced in June a proposed interim rule that includes directives to employers for dealing with “no-match” letters from the Social Security Administration.
Through the interim rule, DHS is clarifying the procedures an employer would have to take after receiving a “no-match” letter, as well as deadlines for responding to the letter.
The interim rule also establishes non-compliance with the rules as possible evidence of employer disregard for immigration and employment law.
The 60-day comment period for the proposed interim rule ended last month.
For more information about the interim rule and steps employers can take to update their I-9 recordkeeping procedures, click here. (This information is available on the “members only” side of the NAHB Web site.)
Also, for information on human resources issues for builders, also available on the “members only” side of the NAHB Web site, go online to www.nahb.org/biztools.
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 NAHB Technology Solutions Directory Now Online
NAHB’s Technology Solutions Directory — an easy-to-use directory that enables builders, remodelers, contractors and other industry professionals to find information on software and IT solutions and services for their businesses — is now online. The directory is sponsored by the Business Management & Information Technology Committee.
Software and technology solutions providers interested in being listed can sign up for:
- Enhanced Listing — Listing includes company name, URL, e-mail address, mailing address, phone number, company/product description, company logo. Click here for more information.
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For more information, e-mail Wil Heslop at NAHB.
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