Out of curiosity, I looked at the applications for Disaster relief and Food Stamps for victims of Ike. I was surprised to see that a VALID social security number is required. If a name and number do not match, the applicant will have to show other proof of legal status.
Of course, all the anchor babies have valid numbers. I am sure there will be some ID theft as an illegal uses a REAL citizens ID for benefits. There is pretty firm warning about fraud and using a false name to apply.
Does anyone know if these warnings are on the I-9's used for employment?
Wonder if it will REALLY be checked and enforced. There is plenty of work now for the 10 million illegals in Texas. I bet their brothers, sisters, cousins, uncles, aunts are all trying to get here before all the roofing and construction jobs are taken........
I have seen many at work clearing tree limbs and debris. I just hope homeowners consider that they can be sued if an illegal falls off the roof and gets hurt. Always ask for references and insurance. Some home insurance companies may recommend proven companies.
One BIG problem is the legal contractors who bid the jobs, sub out the work to illegals with limited experience, to make more profit.