This information was last updated on June 12, 2008.

PLEASE NOTE: The following is presented as general educational information. It is not legal advice, either express or implied. Consultation with legal counsel is recommended for all employment law matters. This information is subject to change without notice.

Effective Date: January 29, 2008
Status: Executive Order signed Jan. 7, 2008
Impact: Governor Tim Pawlenty issued an executive order stating that all hiring authorities within the executive branch of state government as well as any employer seeking to enter into a state contract worth in excess of $50,000 must participate in the E-Verify program.

Businesses and individuals applying for state economic incentives will not be required to participate in E-Verify but will have to certify that they do not employ unauthorized workers.

Additional Information:
Executive Order in the State Register