In an effort to stay ahead of workforce disruptions, Landscape Illinois has created a portal of resources for landscape industry businesses concerned about increased workforce enforcement. These resources have been vetted and are provided as a one-stop shop for businesses confronting or preparing for increased immigration enforcement.

Webinar Recording: Employer Rights and Responsibilities During DHS Enforcement Actions

Landscape Illinois hosted a webinar tailored to the landscape industry. Landscape Illinois was joined by James O’Neill of the American Business Immigration Coalition (ABIC) who covered employer rights and responsibilities in the event of DHS Enforcement actions. During this webinar, we discuss how employers can:

  • Conduct a self-audit of your I-9s to correct any errors and dispose of I-9s that you are no longer required to keep
  • Create an ICE raid action plan for your managers/leaders and employees
  • Understand job site enforcement and where employees are most vulnerable
  • Provide a Know Your Rights Presentation to your staff and employees

Resource Portal

Please review these resources that all employers should be familiar with:

  • 2-page resource on no-match letters, I-9 audits, and raids

  • Know your rights cards in English and Spanish

  • Know and Exercise Your Rights door sign – English

  • Know and Exercise Your Rights door sign – Spanish

  • AmericanHort Brief: Immigration-Related Workplace Enforcement Initiatives and Practical Compliance Advice

  • JPH (AmericanHort Law Firm Partner) Memo and FAQs Re: Immigration Enforcement

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Employee-Centric Immigration Resources for Concerned Field Staff

The National Immigration Law Center is a great resource for employees of member firms. The word on the street is that fear and uncertainty are running rampant in communities leading to truancy and no-shows. This website has very clear answers to basic questions such as: 

  • Who might try to ask me about my immigration status?
  • What should I do when Immigration or other law enforcement approach me on the street?
  • What are my rights once I’ve been detained by Immigration?

The NILC continues to lead the way with resources for employers to avoid business interruptions and slowdowns. Their comprehensive guide and checklist is entitled: A Guide for Employers: What to Do if Immigration Comes to Your Workplace

2-Year Residency Requirement to Avoid Expedited Removal

In January 2025, DHS issued a memo expanding the use of expedited removal. Under this policy, the government can detain and deport people without seeing a judge if they cannot prove they’ve lived in the United States for at least two years. Undocumented people should carry evidence of two years’ residence if they have it and, if they are arrested, show it to an officer to prevent deportation without a chance to see a judge. 

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