HI HB1782

Shortens the "lookback period" for criminal conviction records used in employment decisions from 10 years to 5 years for felonies and 3 years for misdemeanors, excluding periods of incarceration.

Maintains existing exceptions allowing certain employers (government agencies, schools, financial institutions, security companies, etc.) to inquire into criminal history without time limitations for positions specified in federal or state law.

Adds broker-dealers and investment advisers to the list of employers expressly permitted to inquire into criminal history without the time-period restrictions.

Allows employees or prospective employees to present documentary evidence of earlier release dates to reduce the incarceration period credited against the lookback timeline.

Takes effect January 1, 2050.