Long Beach, CA Immigration Policy: E-Verify Mandates (2026)
Key Facts
- State law
- Labor Code section 2814
- Mandate status
- Voluntary in California
- Federal contractors
- Must comply with FAR clause
- Long Beach mandate
- None adopted
- Penalty
- Up to $10,000 per violation
Summary
Long Beach does not mandate E-Verify for private employers. California restricts mandatory E-Verify outside federal contractors, leaving the program voluntary for most Long Beach businesses.
Except as required by federal law or as a condition of receiving federal funds, it shall be unlawful for an employer, or any other person or entity to use the federal electronic employment verification system known as E-Verify to check the employment authorization status of an existing employee or an applicant who has not been offered employment at a time or in a manner not required under subsection (b) of Section 1324a of Title 8 of the United States Code or not authorized under any federal agency memorandum of understanding governing the use of a federal electronic employment verification system.
Full Breakdown
California Labor Code section 2814 generally prohibits state or local governments from compelling employers to use the federal E-Verify electronic employment verification system, except where required by federal law or as a condition of receiving federal funds. Long Beach has not adopted a local E-Verify mandate, and the city does not require contractors to participate beyond federal requirements. Federal contractors must still comply with the federal acquisition regulation E-Verify clause. Misuse of E-Verify against existing workers, or relying on tentative non-confirmations to fire employees, may also violate California immigration-status discrimination protections.
Violations & Fines
Compelling E-Verify outside federal mandates can yield civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation under Labor Code 2814 plus discrimination liability through the Civil Rights Department.
Frequently Asked Questions
Must Long Beach employers use E-Verify?
Can employers voluntarily enroll?
Sources & Official References
Other rules in Long Beach
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