Tennessee recently passed a law requiring all school employees to undergo a background check every five years.  To Read More ->

Yesterday, Mayor Bill DeBlasio signed into law the Fair Chance Act, prohibiting private employers in New York City from inquiring into an applicant's past criminal convictions until after a conditional offer employment has been made. If, after conducting a background check, the employer withdraws the offer, it must explain the decision to the applicant in writing and hold the position open for 3 business days so the applicant can respond. To read more ->

1. Employers with ten or fewer employees within the District of Columbia.