S 2281

This bill, titled the Secure and Fair Employment in federal Contracting Act, requires all federal contractors, subcontractors, grantees, and assistance recipients to enroll in and maintain compliance with the E-Verify program, a system used to confirm employee work eligibility. It mandates that executive agencies certify contractor enrollment and compliance, and establishes a process for subcontractors to meet E-Verify requirements before receiving contracts. Furthermore, federal grants and assistance will only be awarded to entities that demonstrate E-Verify compliance, and past contract performance will be evaluated only if the offeror certifies enrollment in the program.