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Arizona Law Amended Regarding Background Checks for Positions in Education
Effective May 28, 2021, H.B. 2023, L. 2021 will go into effect, impacting the applicant background screening and hiring process for school districts in Arizona. Read More
ICE Announces Further Extension of I-9 Compliance Flexibilities to May 31, 2021
Due to the continued precautions related to COVID-19, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has once again extended their flexibility policy regarding Form I-9 identity verification by an additional 60 days. Read More
Illinois Imposes New Criminal History Check Requirements on Employers
By Kwabena A. Appenteng and Andrew Gray on March 26, 2021 Read More
T-Mobile Accused Of Conducting Background Checks Without Proper Consent
Allegations indicate that the wireless network operator illegally obtained consumer credit reports belonging to both applicants and employees. Read More
FedEx Applicant in New York Sues Company Over Background Check
The plaintiff claims the delivery company violated New York City's Fair Chance Act when the company conducted a criminal background check before conditionally offering him the position. Read More