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
Michigan Supreme Court Order FAQs Aim to Clarify Court Record Access
As previously communicated, the Michigan Supreme Court amended Michigan Court Rule 1.109 allowing authorized individuals to obtain access to individual court records, provided that certain ID requirements are met. Read More
FDIC Approves Final Rule to Update Section 19 Regulations Effective October 2024
On July 30, 2024, the FDIC Board of Directors approved a final rule updating Section 19 of the FDIC Act to align with the Fair Hiring in Banking Act (FHBA). 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