SECTION 843.3. Public Employer Requirements Regarding E-Verify

(a) State agencies and institutions of higher education, as defined by Texas Education Code §61.003, shall register and participate in the federal electronic verification of employment authorization program, E-Verify, for all newly hired employees, as specified in Texas Government Code §673.002, unless specifically exempted under the state statute.

(b) In accordance with Texas Government Code §673.002, the Agency:

(1) shall provide notice, registration information, and online forms for the E-Verify program to state agencies; and

(2) may provide technical assistance, upon request.

Source Note: The provisions of this §843.3 adopted to be effective March 14, 2016, 41 TexReg 1976