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Updated to reflect Spokane ban the address law, effective May 25, 2025.
The Washington legislature has passed a law that would enhance criminal background screening protections for job applicants and employees.
Update to reflect a court ruling on accommodating medical marijuana use.
Updated to reflect Clean Slate Act, effective November 16, 2024.
New technologies used to track and analyze workers and job applicants often will be governed by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).
Updated to reflect Los Angeles County fair chance ordinance, effective September 3, 2024.
Legal considerations for HR concerning employee background checks of job applicants and employees. Support on properly conducting background checks.