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06-12-2008, 07:49 PM #1
RI:Bill to require proof of legal work status still has chan
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Bill to require proof of legal work status still has chance
01:00 AM EDT on Friday, June 13, 2008
BY KAREN LEE ZINER
Journal Staff Writer
PROVIDENCE — Legislation that would require most private employers to use a federal electronic employment-verification program may get a last-minute chance to resolve potential constitutional issues. But the clock is running out, with the General Assembly session expected to end next week.
Sen. Marc A. Cote, D-Woonsocket, chief sponsor of the E-Verify bill, asked the Senate Labor Committee on Wednesday for more time to iron out potential constitutional issues raised at that day’s hearing.
The committee voted to allow further study. [b]But even if the issues are resolved, Cote said, he still needs the Senate leadership’s approval to go forward, and as yet, “I have no commitment.â€Join our efforts to Secure America's Borders and End Illegal Immigration by Joining ALIPAC's E-Mail Alerts network (CLICK HERE)
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