2568-S AMH CHAB SILV 179

SHB 2568 - H AMD 972

By Representative Chandler

    On page 2, beginning on line 32, after "3." strike the remainder of the section and insert "(1) Except as required by federal law or as a condition of receiving federal funds, neither the state nor any county, city, town, or other political subdivision thereof shall require an employer to use an electronic employment verification system, including under the following circumstances:

    (a) As a condition of receiving a government contract;

    (b) As a condition of applying for or maintaining a business license; or

    (c) As a penalty for violating licensing or other similar laws.

    (2) Nothing in this section prohibits an employer from voluntarily using an electronic employment verification system." 

EFFECT:   Clarifies that the section does not prohibit an employer from voluntarily using an electronic employment verification system.

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