Bill > HB1933

This bill amends Missouri state law by adding a new section to Chapter 290 that restricts employers' use of an employee's or job applicant's credit score or credit history in employment decisions. Specifically, the bill makes it an improper employment practice for an employer to refuse to hire, discharge, or negatively impact an individual's employment (such as compensation or work conditions) based solely on their credit information, unless the individual's credit history is directly, materially, and substantially related to the specific job duties or the overall business operations. This means that employers cannot automatically disqualify or penalize workers based on their credit scores, except in cases where credit history has a clear and significant connection to the job's responsibilities. The bill aims to protect workers from potential discrimination or unfair treatment based on their financial background, recognizing that credit scores may not always be a reliable indicator of an individual's job performance or professional capabilities.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1933&year=2026&code=R