An Act regulating the use of credit reports by employers
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to limit the use of credit reports by employers in Massachusetts. It prohibits employers from requesting or using an applicant’s credit report unless it is job-related and consistent with business necessity. The bill also establishes a process for applicants to dispute inaccurate information on their credit reports before an employer makes a hiring decision. It seeks to protect applicants from potential discrimination based on their credit history.
Key provisions
- Employers generally cannot request credit reports from applicants.
- Credit reports may only be used if job-related and consistent with business necessity.
- Applicants have the right to dispute inaccurate information on their credit reports.
- Employers must provide applicants with a reason for requesting a credit report.
- The bill establishes a process for reviewing employer requests for credit reports.
Who is affected
- Job applicants
- Employers
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Limits the circumstances under which employers can access credit reports.
- Provides applicants with a mechanism to challenge inaccurate credit information.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Kenneth I. Gordon
Cosponsor
Kenneth I. Gordon
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