AN ACT relating to employment and declaring an emergency.

Summary

The bill directs any public employer or licensing authority that runs a criminal background check to create a process that determines whether a conviction actually relates to the job or license. It protects people with past convictions from automatic denial, unless the crime is directly relevant. The measure aims to expand employment and licensing opportunities for rehabilitated individuals.

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