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Thursday, July 23, 2026

Immigration enforcement concerns expose credibility gap for employers - HR Executive

Immigration policy has become a more visible issue in U.S. workplaces as enforcement activity draws increased attention. New survey data from Brightmine suggests many employees are unsure whether employers are prepared to respond effectively if immigration enforcement actions occur at work.

The survey of 1,000 U.S. adults found employees closely divided on employer readiness. Forty-five percent said they are confident their employer could handle immigration enforcement while complying with the law and protecting staff. An almost equal share—46%—said they are not confident, while 9% were unsure.

Employees reported clear expectations for what employers should provide. More than half (57%) said companies should offer clear information on employee rights and procedures in the event of enforcement activity. Around one-third pointed to manager and employee training, and 32% specifically cited the need for formal response plans. Just over one-third (37%) said employees should have access to support resources, while roughly one-quarter (27%) highlighted privacy protections as an important area for communication.

However, reported employer action appears to lag behind those expectations. Only about 1 in 5 employees (21%) said they had received clear information on employee rights or procedures. Just 17% reported any training on how to respond to immigration enforcement situations. Fourteen percent said their employer had communicated a formal response plan, and fewer than 1 in 10...



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