S.4620

Mandatory E-Verify Act of 2026: Requires all employers to use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of new hires.

The Mandatory E-Verify Act of 2026 mandates the use of the E-Verify system by all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of new hires. Employers must use E-Verify for all new hires starting six months after enactment, with varying deadlines based on company size. The Act also establishes permanent E-Verify, replacing the previous pilot program, and increases penalties for unauthorized employment. It includes provisions for identity theft prevention, document fraud prevention, and protection of Social Security Administration programs.