![]() But in those states, all led by Republicans, E-Verify compliance is rarely enforced, says Rollins College political scientist Julia Maskivker. VILCHEZ SANTIAGO: Because we will be the ones who will see prices of food, prices of rent, prices of housing go up in the middle of inflation crisis that is fueled by a significant labor shortage.īLAKE: Florida follows states like Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi in expanding E-Verify requirements. He says that could affect their payroll, and consumers would feel the brunt. But Vilchez Santiago says those who need to use E-Verify, like large citrus farms or construction companies, may find it hard to hire new workers. ![]() ![]() VILCHEZ SANTIAGO: These are industries where immigrants make up the vast majority of workers, and not allowing businesses to be able to utilize these workers will have a really big impact on our economy and their ability to create jobs.īLAKE: The vast majority of Florida businesses have fewer than 25 employees, and the law does not apply to them. He says new E-Verify rules will have a major effect on agriculture, hospitality and construction. SAMUEL VILCHEZ SANTIAGO: This will impact our top revenue-creating businesses.īLAKE: Samuel Vilchez Santiago is the Florida director of the American Businesses Immigration Coalition, which advocates for immigration reform that benefits businesses. Supporters of the law say it will help curb illegal immigration to Florida, but opponents say it will hurt the economy. That's the federal online system where employers can confirm whether someone is eligible to work in the U.S. TALIA BLAKE, BYLINE: Parts of the new law require all businesses in Florida with 25 or more employees to use E-Verify. From member station WMFE in Orlando, Talia Blake reports that he signed a controversial immigration bill that some fear will hurt the state's economy. In Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis wants to crack down on businesses that hire undocumented workers.
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