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Covered employer

Any company whose stock or other securities are publicly traded or that is required to file certain reports with the government.

Internal controls

The policies, procedures, and systems a company has in place to make sure it follows rules, identifies fraud, and fixes problems, specifically regarding employment eligibility.

Principal executive officer

The top-ranking executive in a company, often the CEO, responsible for its overall management.

Principal human resources officer

The most senior executive in a company responsible for managing its workforce, including hiring and employment rule compliance.

Employment eligibility verification

The process of confirming that an individual is legally authorized to work in the United States, typically involving review of documents like Form I-9 and often using systems like E-Verify.

Form I-9

A U.S. government form that employers must complete for each new hire to verify the employee's identity and authorization to work in the United States.

E-Verify

An internet-based system operated by the U.S. government that allows employers to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees.