A 6637 New York Assembly · 2023 Regular Session

Provides that certain entities may not require a person to provide a copy of his or her criminal history record under certain circumstances

This bill prohibits employers, educational institutions, and other organizations from requiring individuals to submit copies of their own criminal history records obtained from the Division of Criminal Justice Services. By removing this requirement, the legislation aims to reduce barriers for people seeking licenses, jobs, or enrollment in schools who have already undergone the official background check process. The law also strengthens existing protections against discrimination based on criminal convictions by establishing a legal presumption that excludes prior incarceration records from evidence in negligence lawsuits. These changes take effect approximately 120 days after the bill becomes law, ensuring a transition period for affected entities to adjust their hiring and admission procedures.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Apr 2023
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Introduced Apr 25, 2023 Last action Jun 6, 2024
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Jan 3, 2024
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May 24, 2023
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Apr 25, 2023
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