Illinois revises law to eliminate automatic disqualifiers for employment in schools
HB 4360 revised the state’s school code to no longer bar those who have been convicted of certain nonviolent drug offenses from working in schools throughout the state. Read More
Pennsylvania Child Protective Service Law Amended
The amendment took effect at the end of 2019, requiring that a background check be completed in its entirety before employees who have direct contact with children start working. Read More
New Law in Puerto Rico Prohibits Employers from Taking Employment Action Based on Credit Reports or Credit History
Taking effect immediately upon signature, the Governor of Puerto Rico signed Act No. 150 into law on October 8, 2019 Read More
Columbia, South Carolina Limits Inquiries About Applicants' Criminal and Salary Histories
By Molly Shah and William Simmons on October 3, 2019 Read More
Florida Enacts Mandatory E-Verify Law for Public Employers and Contractors
Florida enacted a new law making the use of E-Verify mandatory for all government employers and certain private employers effective January 1, 2021. Read More