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NY S02631
NY S02631Prohibits the use of consumer credit history in hiring, employment and licensing determinations.
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Introduced
01/22/2021
01/22/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the general business law, in relation to prohibiting the disclosure or use of a person's consumer credit history to an employer, labor organization, employment agency or agent thereof for purposes of employment decisions
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the use of a person's consumer credit history by employers, labor organizations, employment agencies, and state or municipal agencies for the purposes of employment, licensing, or permitting decisions. The bill defines "consumer credit history" to include credit reports, credit scores, and other credit-related information. It provides some exceptions, such as for law enforcement positions and when required by state or federal law. The bill also requires the Division of Human Rights to report to the legislature on the use of these exceptions by agencies and employers.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (9)
James Sanders (D)*,
Alessandra Biaggi (D),
Andrew Gounardes (D),
Brad Hoylman (D),
Liz Krueger (D),
Rachel May (D),
Jessica Ramos (D),
Gustavo Rivera (D),
Kevin Thomas (D),
Last Action
REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION (on 01/05/2022)
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