SB2255

Mississippi Employment Protection Act restricts state incentives for employers using H-1B visa labor over U.S. citizens.

Mississippi Employment Protection Act amends the Mississippi Code to restrict state incentives for employers who use H-1B visa labor over U.S. citizens. The Department of Employment Security, in conjunction with other state agencies, will create rules and regulations to evaluate state incentives, including tax credits, rebates, and property tax exemptions. Employers must verify the work authorization status of employees using the federal E-Verify system. The act also outlines penalties for noncompliance, including fines and imprisonment.