Texas SB324 mandates state contractors, political subdivisions, and private employers to use the federal E-verify program for employment.

The bill requires state contractors, political subdivisions, and private employers to register and participate in the federal E-verify program to verify the employment authorization of new employees. State agencies must ensure compliance and may require it as a condition for licenses, certificates, registrations, permits, or other authorizations. Contractors and subcontractors must also register with E-verify and continue participation during contract terms. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies from January 1, 2027.

Texas SB324 mandates state contractors, political subdivisions, and private employers to use the federal E-verify program for employment.

The bill requires state contractors, political subdivisions, and private employers to register and participate in the federal E-verify program to verify the employment authorization of new employees. State agencies must ensure compliance and may require it as a condition for licenses, certificates, registrations, permits, or other authorizations. Contractors and subcontractors must also register with E-verify and continue participation during contract terms. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies from January 1, 2027.