Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA)

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA) is a U.S. law requiring employers to verify the identity and work eligibility of all employees using Form I-9, while prohibiting discrimination based on national origin.

1. What is the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA)?
   Answer: It is a U.S. law requiring I-9 verification and prohibiting work eligibility discrimination.
   
2. What does it require from employers?
   Answer: Employers must complete Form I-9 for all hires and retain records.
   
3. What are the penalties for non-compliance?
   Answer: Penalties include fines for hiring unauthorized workers or I-9 violations.
   
4. Who enforces IRCA?
   Answer: The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) enforces it.
   
5. What is the anti-discrimination provision?
   Answer: It prohibits bias against work-authorized individuals based on citizenship.