By: Camille A. Olson, Andrew L. Scroggins, and Dawn M. Lurie
This alert was first published as an update on November 24.
Employers that include foreign talent as part of their workforces, particularly programs like the H-1B non-immigrant visa program, should pay close attention to recent enforcement information
Continue Reading EEOC and DOJ Intensify Focus on Ensuring Non Discrimination Against Americans Based on their National Origin
In recent months, we have seen a rise in charges filed with the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER) and announcements from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) depicting a focus on what is often characterized as “anti-American hiring bias.” This evolving focus understandably raises
Continue Reading Navigating “Anti-American Hiring Bias” Priorities & Staying Compliant While Sponsoring Talent in the U.S.
Navigating the complex intersection of employment practices, technology, and the evolving legal landscape has become increasingly vital for those specializing in immigration compliance and related discrimination law. This intersection is shaped by key players such as the Department of Justice’s Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) Section and the Equal Employment
Continue Reading Aligning Enforcement: EEOC’s High-Tech Report and IER’s Growing Interest on AI ComplianceBy: Randy Johnson and Walt Mullon
Seyfarth Shaw’s new, leading Government Relations and Policy Group, which has already won the attention of national media outlets, is excited to offer regular updates to clients regarding the actions of Congress, administrative agencies, and other lawmakers at the federal, state, and local levels. Comprised of Seyfarth attorneys with government relations and policy experience, the team will develop solutions for clients and provide ongoing education and advocacy on policy issues. Below is our round-up from what happened this week in Washington.
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House to Vote on Two Immigration Proposals Next Week. Speaker Paul Ryan defused a moderate Republican rebellion with a promise to hold high-stakes votes on two DACA related immigration bills next week. The floor votes will effectively stop the effort to bring up legislation through the discharge petition; Republican moderates reportedly fell two signatures short of the 218 needed to force votes.
The House will consider H.R. 4760, the “Securing America’s Future Act of 2018,” a bill drafted by Judiciary Committee Chairman Bob Goodlatte (R-VA), as well as a second compromise package, the “Border Security and Immigration Reform Act of 2018” (still in draft form), which was assembled by Speaker Ryan in consultation with conservatives and moderates. House Leadership circulated this summary of the draft compromise bill. There are no guarantees that either bill will pass.Continue Reading Seyfarth Shaw Policy Matters Newsletter – June 14, 2018