"E-Verify: Ensuring Lawful Employment in America"

This meeting features a discussion primarily focused on the economic impact of undocumented immigrants on the American labor market, particularly concerning wages and fair competition among businesses .

Undermining American Wages

The speaker asserts that undocumented immigrants undercut American wages because they are compelled to work "off the books," leading to a lack of tax payments and benefits provision . This practice, according to the speaker, can also lead legal workers to be hired "off the books" as companies strive to remain competitive in the job market .

Competitive Disadvantage for Compliant Businesses

Businesses that follow legal employment regulations face a significant disadvantage against those that do not, as they struggle to compete for contracts when others operate outside the established rules . This concern was reportedly voiced by constituents in the construction industry .

The tone of the meeting is assertive and critical, highlighting strong concerns about the economic implications of undocumented immigration on the American labor force and business practices .