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MA S2310

MA S2310
Regulating the use of credit reports by employers


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Introduced
08/05/2019
In Committee
08/05/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislationfor legislation to regulate the use of credit reports by employers,- reports the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2310).

AI Summary

This bill aims to regulate the use of credit reports by employers. It prohibits employers from using or requesting a consumer credit report for employment purposes, except in limited circumstances such as for positions at financial institutions, law enforcement agencies, or roles involving significant financial responsibility. The bill requires employers to obtain written consent from the employee or applicant, disclose the reason for accessing the report, and provide the opportunity to dispute the information before taking any adverse employment action. It also prohibits employers from retaliating against employees or applicants who exercise their rights under this law. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2021.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development (J)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 08/05/2019)

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