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CT HB05129
Bill
Status
2/16/2022
Primary Sponsor
Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee
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AI Summary
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Prohibits institutions of higher education and private occupational schools from inquiring about or considering prospective students' prior arrests, criminal charges, or convictions during admissions or program enrollment effective July 1, 2022.
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Bars consideration of criminal history when determining student eligibility for financial aid, grants, or scholarships, except for aid programs specifically granted based on criminal history.
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Amends section 46a-75 of the general statutes to add "criminal history" to the list of protected characteristics in state agency educational, apprenticeship, and on-the-job training programs.
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Establishes exemptions only when consideration of criminal history is otherwise required by state or federal law.
Legislative Description
An Act Prohibiting The Consideration Of Criminal History During The Admissions Process At An Institution Of Higher Education Or Private Occupational School Or By An Educational Or Vocational Program.
Last Action
File Number 15
3/15/2022