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MS SB2824
Bill
AI Summary
- Prohibits private and public employers from denying an employment position to an applicant based solely on the applicant's criminal arrest record
- Makes it illegal for employers to dissuade any person from applying for employment because of their criminal arrest record
- Establishes violation as a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $1,000, imprisonment for not more than 6 months, or both
- Takes effect July 1, 2010
Legislative Description
Employment procedures; prohibit employer from using an arrest record as a basis to deny an applicant.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2010
Full Bill Text
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