Complying with the NEW I-9 and E-Verify Regulations Under the Trump Administration
Instructor
Mark Schwartz
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Webinar details
Everything you'll learn in this session
Webinar Description
Overview
Employment eligibility verification remains an important compliance responsibility for U.S. employers, and changes in federal immigration policy can make it challenging for HR professionals and employers to keep their I-9 and E-Verify processes current. Employers must also apply verification procedures consistently and avoid practices that could create discrimination or document-abuse concerns.
This practical webinar provides an up-to-date overview of Form I-9 and E-Verify requirements and the federal developments affecting employers in 2026. Participants will review current verification procedures, common compliance issues, E-Verify responsibilities, documentation requirements, and practical steps for maintaining an effective employment eligibility verification process.
Why You Should Attend
This session will help you:
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Understand current Form I-9 requirements
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Review the latest developments affecting I-9 and E-Verify compliance
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Understand employer and employee responsibilities during verification
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Properly complete and maintain Form I-9
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Understand E-Verify case requirements and procedures
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Handle Tentative Nonconfirmations appropriately
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Avoid common I-9 and E-Verify mistakes
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Understand document-choice and anti-discrimination requirements
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Prepare for potential government audits or compliance reviews
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Strengthen your organization's I-9 and E-Verify policies and procedures
Who Will Benefit
This webinar is ideal for:
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HR professionals
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HR managers and directors
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Payroll professionals
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Hiring managers
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Business owners and executives
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Compliance professionals
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Office and administrative managers
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Recruiters and talent acquisition professionals
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Anyone responsible for employment eligibility verification
Areas Covered in the Session
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Overview of Form I-9 and E-Verify
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Current Form I-9 requirements and procedures
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Completing Section 1 and Section 2 correctly
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Understanding the Lists of Acceptable Documents
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Employee choice of acceptable documentation
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Document examination requirements
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E-Verify enrollment and case creation
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E-Verify Tentative Nonconfirmations and employee rights
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Correcting I-9 errors and maintaining documentation
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Reverification requirements
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Remote and alternative document examination procedures
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E-Verify and Form I-9 recordkeeping
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Common I-9 compliance errors
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Common E-Verify mistakes
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Avoiding discriminatory verification practices
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Understanding employer responsibilities under federal anti-discrimination rules
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Preparing for I-9 inspections and compliance reviews
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Developing effective internal I-9 and E-Verify audit procedures
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Practical compliance scenarios and best practices
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Key federal developments under the current administration
Meet your speaker
Mark Schwartz
<p><strong>Mark Schwartz</strong> is an employment tax specialist and has over 15 years of employment tax experience as an independent consultant and as a payroll tax auditor with the State of California. He has managed an audit caseload of 20 ongoing audits, from small home-based businesses to large multi-national corporations. He is expert at defining regulatory and statutory requirements from local, State and Federal government agencies; and helping the average businessperson understand what that means to their business. He has processed weekly and bi-weekly payroll checks plus tax forms for businesses with hourly as well as exempt workers, multistate operations and a wide variety of benefits.</p>
<p>Mr.Schwartz provides consulting services encompassing payroll processing and payroll tax issues. These include payroll tax minimization, payroll tax compliance reviews, independent contractor studies, use of electronic transfers, deductions, benefits, etc. Mark has represented both clients and the State in front of the State Appeals Board. He understands the complexities of local wage laws, unemployment and disability claims, and other wage and benefit issues affecting your employees.</p>
<p>Mark prides himself on his outstanding customer service skills. He listens attentively to his clientele, helping them bridge the gap between the small business world and Government bureaucracy. He eagerly assists with clients needs and feels that educating clients toward faster, accurate and more complete payroll processes provide the most value.</p>
<p>Mark is a participating member of the American Payroll Association. He earned his BA and MBA in Finance at Santa Clara University. He has held Certified Internal Auditor and Certified Investment and Derivatives Auditor Credentials. Mark is currently pursuing a Certified Payroll Fundamentals Credential with the American Payroll Association.</p>