MS SB2614

Prohibits public and private employers from inquiring about, considering, or requiring disclosure of an applicant's criminal history until the applicant is selected for an interview or receives a conditional job offer.

Exempts the Department of Corrections and employers with a statutory duty to conduct criminal background checks or consider criminal history during hiring.

Allows employers to notify applicants in advance that certain criminal histories will disqualify them from specific positions.

Sunsets on January 1, 2021, automatically repealing the restrictions unless extended by the legislature.

Takes effect July 1, 2019.