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Updated to reflect law regarding employer disclosure of sexual harassment allegations against an employee, effective August 4, 2025.
Updated to reflect Minneapolis law restricting adverse actions based on criminal history, effective August 1, 2025.
Updated to reflect amendments to the Minneapolis Civil Rights Ordinance restricting adverse actions based on criminal history.
Updated to reflect forthcoming regulations under the Fair Employment and Housing Act addressing the use of automated decision systems.
Updated to reflect forthcoming restrictions on age-related inquiries.
Updated to reflect forthcoming amendments to the Fair Chance Act.
The Washington legislature has passed a law that would enhance criminal background screening protections for job applicants and employees.
Legal considerations for HR concerning employee background checks of job applicants and employees. Support on properly conducting background checks.