INDUSTRY NEWS
USCIS releases new Form I-9
Employers must begin using the form no later than Jan. 22, 2017.
On Nov. 14, USCIS released a revised version of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Form I-9s with a revision date of March 8, 2013 will continue to be accepted until Jan. 21, 2017. By Jan. 22, 2017, employers must use the revised form. Employers should continue to follow existing storage and retentions rules for all previously completed I-9s.
The new form contains enhancements that will allow for easier online completion and reduced likelihood of employer errors that could result in fines.
The revised Form I-9 is available here.
Source: Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, 11/15/2016