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MO HB544
Bill
Status
1/15/2015
Primary Sponsor
Gail McCann Beatty
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AI Summary
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Employers are prohibited from requesting or requiring employees or job applicants to provide passwords or account information to access their social networking website profiles
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Employers retain the right to create and enforce workplace policies governing use of company electronic equipment, including internet and social media use
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Employers may monitor usage of company-owned electronic equipment and email systems without violating the law
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Employers may still obtain publicly available information about employees or prospective employees
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"Social networking website" is defined as internet-based services allowing users to create profiles, connect with others, and view connections; electronic mail is explicitly excluded from this definition
Legislative Description
Prohibits employers from requiring current or prospective employees to provide specified information to gain access to the employee's account or profile on a social networking website
Last Action
Public Hearing Completed (H)
4/20/2015