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Colleges: Prohibiting Unauthorized Alien Employment and Mandating E-Verify

This bill aims to prevent higher education institutions from receiving federal student and institutional aid if they employ individuals unauthorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, all colleges seeking federal funds will be required to use the E-Verify system to check employee work eligibility. Citizens might indirectly experience an impact on the availability of student aid programs if their institutions fail to comply with these new requirements.
Key points
Colleges employing unauthorized aliens will lose access to federal financial aid for students and the institution itself.
All institutions seeking federal funds will be required to participate in the E-Verify Program to verify employee work eligibility.
The Department of Homeland Security will monitor colleges for compliance and notify the Department of Education of any violations.
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Print number: 118_HR_7712
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Process start date: 2024-03-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

College Employment Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7712.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Colleges employing unauthorized aliens will lose access to federal financial aid for students and the institution itself.
  • All institutions seeking federal funds will be required to participate in the E-Verify Program to verify employee work eligibility.
  • The Department of Homeland Security will monitor colleges for compliance and notify the Department of Education of any violations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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Education Migration Labor