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Crimcheck Technologies and Avionté Announce Strategic Partnership and Integrated Solutions that Improve Staffing Productivity

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FCRA Disclosures and Notifications Many HR departments now use background checks to inform decisions like recruitment, promotion and termination. Whenever background checks are used, the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) comes into play. The court found the company guilty of religious discrimination.

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California Fair Chance Act Compliance Update

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These notices were required, even if the employer does not order criminal background check reports from a Consumer Reporting Agency, and they are different from FCRA requirements. On one hand, employers must tread carefully to avoid potential legal issues and accusations of discrimination based on criminal history.

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Washington State Passes Bill Limiting Pre-Employment Testing for Cannabis

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This information is provided for educational purposes only. Reader retains full responsibility for the use of the information contained herein. Specifically, employers cannot discriminate in hiring based on a drug test that detects the presence of “nonpsychoactive cannabis metabolites.” What Does the Bill Say?

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In Case You Missed it: Restrictions on Criminal History Usage in Atlanta – An Overview for HR Professionals

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In June 2022, the City of Atlanta adopted a new ordinance to amend its existing anti-discrimination laws (Chapter 94 of the Atlanta Municipal Code). As HR professionals, it is important to stay informed of these new restrictions and to review and update your company’s hiring policies and procedures accordingly.

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California AB 2188: Implications for Employers and Marijuana Testing

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AB 2188 and Drug Testing While AB 2188 does not make drug testing for marijuana illegal, it does stipulate that it’s unlawful for an employer to discriminate against any person in hiring, termination, or any term or condition of employment based on a positive drug test that has found cannabis metabolites.

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Should We Remove Marijuana from Drug Test Panels?

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Some argue that removing marijuana from drug testing panels is necessary to protect employee privacy and prevent discrimination against those who use marijuana legally or for medical purposes. About Crimcheck Crimcheck, a DISA company , is an award-winning background check provider for more than 6,000 companies across diverse sectors.

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Minnesota Legalizes Recreational Cannabis

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This information is provided for educational purposes only. Reader retains full responsibility for the use of the information contained herein. On Tuesday, May 30, 2023, Governor Walz signed HF 100 , legalizing recreational cannabis in the state of Minnesota.