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Teacher and Tutor Background Check Gaps Identified

A recent investigation by the Connecticut Office of the Child Advocate and Disability Rights into the High Road Schools group has uncovered significant teacher and tutor background check gaps. This inspection sheds light on a critical issue with far-reaching implications for student learning and safety. The discovery raises urgent questions about the robustness of current hiring protocols within educational institutions and the potential risks students face due to this oversight.

Background Check Regulation and Compliance Updates

Background checks are integral to the hiring process. Employers use criminal background screening to evaluate if potential employees are suitable for specific roles and meet the requirements.

Minnesota Proposes Amendments to Pre-Employment Drug Screening Laws

Pre-employment drug screening is an essential step for employers in Minnesota to ensure a safe and productive workplace.

An Update on Rhode Island’s New Tenant Background Screening Laws

New tenant background screening laws have been implemented in Rhode Island, impacting landlords and real estate professionals throughout the state. These laws, which took effect in January 2024, bring about necessary changes to rental application fees, credit checks, and criminal background checks.

The Role of a Clean Driving Record in the Transportation Industry

Not every job involves driving, but for those that do, safety is critical. Operating commercial motor vehicles on behalf of a business is a big responsibility. If something goes wrong, the company will immediately attract scrutiny. A careful review of each job applicant is critical in the transportation sector. The standard tools remain helpful, such as the criminal background check. However, employers should also know how to check someone’s driving record.

Importance of Background Check Transparency in Dating Apps

Recent reports reveal that the dating app Bumble breached the New Jersey Internet Dating Safety Act (IDSA) by failing to adhere to its background screening disclosure mandates. This incident underscores the critical need for background check transparency within dating apps and similar consumer-service businesses.

The Impact of LA Superior Court’s New Ruling on Criminal Background Checks

The latest LA Superior Court ruling has introduced pivotal changes to conducting an LA County background check. This decision significantly revises the traditional mechanisms employers have relied on for conducting criminal background checks. Key modifications include:

New PA Law for Background Checks: What Employers Need to Know

Pennsylvania changed its background check laws through PA HB 689 and the Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance. Governor Shapiro signed PA HB 689 into law on December 14, 2023, as Act 36 of 2023.

Reviewing Vendor Background Checks at United Health Group

UnitedHealth Group is one of the largest companies in the United States today. Employing over 350,000 people, UHG consists of two services under one umbrella. The first is UnitedHealthcare, an insurer and benefits provider. The second is Optum, which uses technology to enhance care services. UHG may partner with third-party suppliers and other businesses to pursue quality care outcomes for patients. Does UHG require vendor background checks for these partners?

Ann Arbor Adopts Fair Chance Laws for City Contractors

Ann Arbor has embraced Fair Chance Laws, which promote fair hiring practices in the city, especially for contractors. These laws ensure that job applicants receive fair consideration, regardless of their previous crime convictions. Doing so offers individuals with a criminal history a fresh start and a chance to find meaningful employment.

Target Vendor Background Checks

Exploring Vendor Background Checks for Target Target is one of the most popular and widespread retailers in the US today. The company operates nearly 2,000 stores nationwide and employs hundreds of thousands of people. Beyond these direct employees are third-party suppliers and vendors. These companies provide products for sale and services to support Target. Some may even visit stores and work on stocking shelves. For a vendor, background checks may be a must-have.

Understanding the Landscape of Background Checks in the Cannabis Industry

Our white paper on the subject explores why screening is so important for growers and dispensaries. With a patchwork of different hiring regulations from state to state, employers should understand the obligations they face in their area of operations. Learn more about screening in this industry and explore some examples of how states regulate cannabis dispensary employers today.

All About the New I-9 Form from 2023

A fundamental part of the onboarding process for employees across the United States is completing the I-9 form carefully. However, this form does not remain stagnant. From time to time, the Department of Homeland Security revises it, makes changes, and releases a new version that supersedes all previous editions. The new I-9 form 2023 is the latest edition.

CFPB Guidelines on Background Checks

Ensuring Fair Hiring: Understanding the CFPB’s Guidelines on Background Checks As an employer, you rely on background checks to make informed hiring decisions. However, recent guidelines issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) emphasize the importance of fair and accurate information in the hiring process.

Cannabis Industry Background Checks Delay in Minnesota

Navigating Roadblocks: Cannabis Industry Regulation in Minnesota The flourishing cannabis industry in Minnesota has hit a stumbling block, one that serves as a caution for the necessity of robust background check processes. The Minnesota Auditor’s report from January throws into sharp focus the repercussions of oversight at high government levels. Its ripple effect extends to local businesses and entrepreneurs eager to enter the legal cannabis sector.

2023 Clean Slate Law Update Roundup

Latest Clean Slate Law Expansion & What Employers Must Know Tens of millions of Americans have a criminal record. That number continues to grow as incarceration rates remain high. Even with such prevalence, a widespread stigma remains—creating many barriers. Those with records may struggle to find housing or, especially, employment. Today, an evolution of the “ban the box” movement has emerged and gained rapid acceptance: the Clean Slate law.

Connecticut's Clean Slate Law and Background Check Compliance

In 2021, the Connecticut legislature approved a landmark "Clean Slate" law. Its journey towards effecting change, however, was just starting. Initially, the law and its effects on background check compliance would begin on January 1, 2023. As state court systems spent 2022 preparing for this change, regulators began to spot many legal grey areas. Confusion about how to implement the law prompted a complaint.

Here’s What Happens During a UPS Background Check

UPS is one of the best-known freight and delivery companies in the United States, responsible for handling millions of packages each year with postal service-like delivery. Alongside home delivery, UPS also operates air freight services and retail store locations where customers can ship items or buy shipping supplies. With about half a million employees worldwide, the company is a frequent choice for those seeking a job, especially on a seasonal basis. When those apply, they must undergo the UPS background check process.

5 Key Things to Understand About the New Mexico Child Care Background Check Law

The New Mexico Senate recently enacted legislation mandating stringent background checks for contractors of the Children, Youth, and Families Department (CYFD). This childcare background check law reinforces the safeguarding of children by ensuring the thorough vetting of individuals working in childcare environments. Recognizing the gravity of this measure, the article delves into the nuances of the law, underscoring its significance in bolstering child safety within the state’s childcare sector.

Background Check Delays in Kansas Persist After Court Cyber Attack

Kansas has experienced significant delays in criminal background checks following a cyberattack on its court system in October 2023. This attack resulted in the shutdown of court computers and forced many processes to revert to pen and paper. Understanding the situation and preparing for its impacts is key for employers and individuals who rely on these checks to ensure safety and compliance.