Navigating TPS Changes Requires Careful HR and Legal Guidance

As federal policies surrounding Temporary Protected Status (TPS) continue to shift, the Jacksonville Business Journal spoke with Engage PEO Associate General Counsel and Director of HR Services, Stefanie Camfield, about what employers should consider before making workforce decisions.

Stefanie advises employers not to make rushed hiring or termination decisions based on evolving TPS guidance. Instead, businesses should verify an employee’s current work authorization status, give employees the opportunity to present valid documentation when appropriate, and consult experienced HR and legal professionals before taking action.

The article also examines the broader challenges these frequent policy changes create for employers, particularly in industries such as healthcare, hospitality, and construction. With court rulings and federal guidance changing rapidly, staying informed and relying on current, qualified advice, rather than outdated online information, can help organizations reduce compliance risks while maintaining workforce stability.

Read the full article in the Jacksonville Business Journal: Attorney advises against making abrupt hiring, firing decisions amid TPS changes https://www.bizjournals.com/jacksonville/news/2026/07/23/attorney-advises-against-making-abrupt-hiring-fir.html