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FL H0977

Bill

Status

Failed

4/28/2015

Primary Sponsor

Bobby Powell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates section 760.105 of Florida Statutes to prohibit employers from inquiring into or considering an applicant's criminal history on initial employment applications unless required by law.

  • Allows employers to inquire into or consider criminal history only after screening an applicant's qualifications and determining the applicant meets minimum employment requirements for the position.

  • Intended to reduce employment barriers for individuals with criminal histories, decrease unemployment in affected communities, and reduce recidivism rates.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2015.

Legislative Description

Discrimination in Employment Screening

Last Action

Died in Criminal Justice Subcommittee

4/28/2015

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice Subcommittee3/3/2015

Full Bill Text

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