MS HB1007

Prohibits employers from asking applicants orally or in writing about arrests, charges, or criminal convictions, except for law enforcement positions.

Creates exceptions allowing criminal history inquiries when federal or state law mandates disqualification based on specific convictions, or when a fidelity bond requirement would be affected by conviction history.

Permits employers to ask about criminal convictions at first interview or thereafter in compliance with state and federal law.

Brings forward 18 existing Mississippi Code sections relating to criminal background checks for specific employment categories (school employees, healthcare workers, child care providers, financial institution employees, etc.).

Takes effect July 1, 2020.