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Introduced
04/04/2022
04/04/2022
In Committee
04/04/2022
04/04/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Regulating the use of credit reports by employers
AI Summary
This bill regulates the use of credit reports by employers in Massachusetts. It prohibits employers from using, requesting, or requiring employees or applicants to answer questions about their credit reports for employment purposes, except in limited circumstances such as when required by federal or state law or for national security clearance positions. The bill also prohibits employers from retaliating against employees or applicants who file complaints, allege violations, or otherwise oppose this law. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2023.
Sponsors (13)
Mike Barrett (D),
Pete Capano (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Diana Dizoglio (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Carlos González (D),
Natalie Higgins (D),
Mary Keefe (D),
John Lawn (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
Jake Oliveira (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development (J)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4614 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H4614.pdf |
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