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New York City Amends Fair Chance Factors Under Ban-the-Box Law

On December 10, 2020, the New York City Council amended New York City’s Fair Chance Act (FCA), also known as the “ban the box” law. The recently enacted amendments will take effect on July 29, 2021....more

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PA Amends Background Check Requirement for Employees Working With Children

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In 2015, Pennsylvania amended the state Child Protective Services Law to require that employees who have direct contact with minors submit a Pennsylvania child abuse clearance, Pennsylvania State Police criminal background...more

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Michigan Bans Local Ban-the-Box Laws

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Seyfarth Synopsis: Michigan Governor Rick Snyder recently signed a bill that will prohibit counties and cities from enacting “ban-the-box” ordinances or other restrictions on the ability of private employers to inquire about...more

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Philadelphia Updates Its “Ban the Box” Law

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On December 10, 2015, Philadelphia’s Mayor, Michael A. Nutter, signed an amendment to the city’s ban-the-box legislation (“Amendment”) that places increased restrictions on employers during the hiring process....more

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“Ban the Box” Packs More Punch in Philadelphia Under New Amendment

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Since 2012, the Fair Criminal Screening Standards Ordinance has prohibited most employers within the city of Philadelphia from asking about criminal convictions on job application forms. Under revisions to the so-called “Ban...more

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