HB246

Require certain construction industry employers to use E-verify

Complete·3/20/26

Ohio HB246 requires nonresidential construction contractors, subcontractors, and labor brokers to use E-verify to confirm employee eligibility and.

Ohio HB246 mandates that nonresidential construction contractors, subcontractors, and labor brokers use the E-verify program to confirm the identity and legal working status of their employees. The bill imposes fines for violations, with penalties increasing for repeat offenders. Contractors, subcontractors, and labor brokers must keep verification records for up to three years. The bill also directs state agencies and political subdivisions to include compliance provisions in construction contracts.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

33 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Oct 28, 2025

11:00 AM

Senate Workforce Development 4th Hearing, Proponent/Opponent/Interested Party

Oct 21, 2025

11:00 AM

Senate Workforce Development 3rd Hearing, Proponent/Opponent/Interested Party

History

Mar 20

Effective

Dec 19, 2025

Signed By The Governor

Dec 9, 2025

Sent To The Governor