DHS issues regulations for electronic I-9 retention

On June 15, 2006, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) adopted an interim rule that permits employers to complete, sign, and store Forms I-9 electronically, as long as certain performance standards set forth in the rule for the electronic filing system are met. In conjunction with this interim rule, DHS is upgrading the downloadable PDF version of Form I-9 to enable employers and employees to electronically sign and save the filled Form I-9.

Public comments are being accepted through August 14, 2006. Comments identified by docket number fr15jn06-2 may be submitted via the Federal eRulemaking portal: www.regulations.gov (document ID ICEB-2006-0006-0001) or by mail to Jim Knapp, Associate Legal Advisor, Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Room 6100, 425 I. St., NW., Washington, DC 20536.