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NY A06388
NY A06388Prohibits the use of consumer credit history in hiring, employment and licensing determinations.
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Introduced
03/16/2021
03/16/2021
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 employers, labor organizations, employment agencies, and state/municipal agencies from using a person's consumer credit history for employment, licensing, and permitting decisions, with some exceptions. The term "consumer credit history" is defined to include information about an individual's creditworthiness, credit standing, credit capacity, or payment history. The bill makes an exception for certain positions like peace officers and police officers, and does not affect obligations related to public employee conflict of interest disclosures. The Division of Human Rights will also request information from agencies and employers about their use of the exemptions and submit a report to the legislature within two years.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
referred to consumer affairs and protection (on 01/05/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/A6388 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A06388&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A06388 |
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