Criminal History Questions Barred in the Application Process for Federal Agencies
The new rule is incorporated into broader provisions included in the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019. Read More
Changes in California's Regulations Regarding Criminal Records Approved
By Rod Fliegel and Alice H. Wang on August 1, 2023 Read More
Reminder: New Criminal History Consideration Regulations for California Employers Effective October 1, 2023
As previously reported , California employers must now adhere to updated changes in the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) concerning the use of criminal history information in employment. Read More
New Pennsylvania Legislation and Philadelphia Ordinance Amendment Tackle Pardoned Convictions, Expunged Records, and Negligent Hiring Liability
By William J. Simmons and Haley Norwillo on January 4, 2024 Read More
Chicago Enacts Amendments to and Expands Requirements of its Criminal History Screening Ordinance
By Andrew Gray and Rod M. Fliegel on May 10, 2023 Read More