Alan Simpson: “The amendment would modify section 112 of the bill relating to pilot projects on systems to verify work authorization…”

“The amendment would modify section 112 of the bill relating to pilot projects on systems to verify work authorization and eligibility to apply for public assistance. It has three parts. The first part would require that at a minimum three particular pilot projects--remember, these are pilot projects. Remember, whatever one is selected has to have a second vote in this Chamber years down the line. This is not tomorrow. This is not next year. The purpose of the amendment is to require these to be pilot projects rather than the present language which makes it somewhat optional. The three parts are: The first part would require that at a minimum three particular pilot projects be conducted; one providing for telephone verification of Social Security numbers; one providing for use--pilot projects again--for use of a counterfeit-resistant driver's license with a Social Security number on it, but only in a State that already issues such a license.”