Following the university's message on Sept. 30 regarding the U.S. government shutdown, the I-9 compliance team would like to share additional guidance on the I-9 verification process with E-Verify and Tentative Non-Confirmations, along with reminders on I-9 requirements that are still in effect.
E-Verify unavailable
The E-Verify system connected to federal contracts/grants is temporarily offline due to the shutdown, and the government has suspended the "three-day rule" for creating E-Verify cases. I-9 forms still need to be completed, and those with newly assigned federally sponsored awards (grants and contracts) must still recomplete the I-9 form within 30 days after they are assigned the award if they were not previously E-Verified.
Tentative Non-Confirmations (TNCs) paused
TNCs, a process that occurs when the I-9 information does not match government records, are paused during the shutdown, and the resolution timeline will restart once E-Verify resumes.
I-9 Requirements Remain in Effect
All new hires and rehires must complete, through the normal process outlined here, the Form I-9 on time: + Section 1: On or before the first day of work + Section 2: Within three business days of the start date at the latest
Foreign nationals can and must still schedule SSA appointments to apply for a Social Security number. [Please check the SSA website](https://www.ssa.gov/agency/emergency/] for updates on office availability).
We appreciate your attention to these requirements, as compliance remains critical even during the shutdown.
If you have any questions, please contact I9ComplianceSvcs@jhu.edu.
