FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5309.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2024-11-13.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- All entities seeking federal contracts must certify they are enrolled in and fully compliant with the E-Verify Program (employment eligibility verification system).
- Federal agencies must monitor contractor compliance and annually post findings on a public website.
- Companies failing to comply with E-Verify within 30 days of notice face referral for suspension and debarment from federal contracting.
- These requirements extend to all subcontractors working under federal contracts.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.