Texas HB1019 requires political subdivisions to use the federal E-verify program to check new employees' work authorization.

Texas HB1019 mandates that political subdivisions, including counties, municipalities, and school districts, register and participate in the federal E-verify program. This program verifies the employment authorization of all new hires. Employees responsible for ensuring compliance with this requirement face immediate termination if they fail to do so. The act takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1019 requires political subdivisions to use the federal E-verify program to check new employees' work authorization.

Texas HB1019 mandates that political subdivisions, including counties, municipalities, and school districts, register and participate in the federal E-verify program. This program verifies the employment authorization of all new hires. Employees responsible for ensuring compliance with this requirement face immediate termination if they fail to do so. The act takes effect on September 1, 2025.