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FL S0590

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/25/2011

Primary Sponsor

Arthenia Joyner

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits public employers from inquiring about or considering an applicant's criminal history until the applicant has been selected for an interview
  • Defines "applicant" as a person who has submitted a written application for a position with a public employer
  • Defines "public employer" as state agencies, political subdivisions, or instrumentalities wholly owned by state agencies or political subdivisions
  • Allows public employers to notify applicants that laws or employer policies may disqualify them from particular positions
  • Exempts law enforcement agencies and correctional agencies from these restrictions
  • Effective date: July 1, 2011

Legislative Description

Public Employment Practices

Last Action

Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration

5/7/2011

Committee Referrals

Community Affairs2/9/2011

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