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TX HB2466

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ron Reynolds

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits employers from including questions about an applicant's criminal history on initial employment application forms ("ban the box" legislation)

  • Allows employers to inquire about or consider criminal history only after determining the applicant is otherwise qualified AND either extending a conditional job offer or inviting the applicant to an interview

  • Defines "applicant" as anyone who has submitted an application, resume, or other correspondence indicating interest in employment

  • Exempts positions where criminal history background checks are required by law

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to inquiries about and the consideration of criminal history record information regarding an applicant for employment.

Criminal Procedure

Last Action

Referred to s/c on Workforce by Speaker

3/17/2025

Committee Referrals

Workforce Subcommittee3/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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