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 In preparation for the April 3, 2009 release of the updated I-9 form, U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) released an updated version of the Handbook for Employers (M-274).  The handbook is to be used in conjunction with the updated I-9 form and should not be used until April 3, 2009.   The Handbook is an expanded version of the short I-9 form instructions and is a very good resource for employers.  The handbook was last updated in November 2007.  The 2009 edition is longer and in color. While the 2007 version was 47 pages long, this new edition contains 65 pages, the increased length due in part to added sections for E-Verify and the addition of many sample documents.  The latest edition of the M-274 is always available on the bLAWG under the Blogroll (to the left of this post).  We encourage employers to review it and to check back to the GoffWilson bLAWg for our commentary about this new edition and the impact it will have on employers’ responsibilities.

Tagged: 2009, april 3, E-Verify, I-9, I-9 Changes, I-9 Form, M-274 Employer Handbook, U.S. Immigration Customs & Enforcement