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Posted: January 19, 2021
The legal landscape pertaining to employment screening evolved rapidly in 2020 and we expect for this trend to continue in 2021 and beyond. As always, Info Cubic is here to keep you updated and compliant on laws that are related to background checks. Here is a rundown of some of the recent legislation:
Ban-the-Box Laws
Numerous “Ban the Box” and Second Chance laws that impact Private Employers have been signed into law across 17 states and territories as well as the District of Columbia. These laws, which provide varying restrictions on how employers inquire into candidates’ criminal history, basically remove the “checkbox” that asks candidates about their criminal records on a typical job application. The thinking behind this is that applicants with criminal records can move past the initial hiring stage more easily. However, many ordinances still allow employers to consider convictions later in the process, particularly if criminal history can have an impact on the position that a candidate is applying for.
Recent updates to state and city “Ban the Box” laws, include:
Other Notable Laws Related to Employment
It is essential for employers that conduct employee background checks to have a thorough understanding of new legislation that is being enacted. Info Cubic is always here to help! For questions regarding regulations and compliance related to employment screening, please contact Info Cubic at (877) 360-4636.