Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances..
Rating Newest Oldest. Best Answer: Yes you are legally authorized to work in the US if you are a citizen. In the US, this question refers to those not of US citizenship. Thus, they are asking if you have a green card/work visa or student visa. This information is verified when the employer fills out the I-9 form during the hiring process.
Anyone who is not a US citizen or permanent resident may need to apply for a work permit (Employment Authorization Document - EAD) before they can start working in the United States.