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Employment Protections Bill for Medical Marijuana Users Introduced in Florida
Florida State Senator Tina Scott Polsky pre-filed Senate Bill 166 (SB 166) which intends to protect qualified medical marijuana patients from adverse employment-related actions. Read More
Criminal History Questions Barred in the Application Process for Federal Agencies
The new rule is incorporated into broader provisions included in the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019. Read More
Changes to DOT Drug and Alcohol Management Information System Access Starting 2024
DOT recently changed how safety sensitive employers will need to report company drug and alcohol testing data. Read More
New California Legislation Curbs Discrimination and Inquiries into Applicant Cannabis Usage
Effective January 1, 2024, California employers will face expanded restrictions regarding the consideration of applicants' cannabis history. Read More
Reminder: Automatic Extension Period for Certain EADs will Decrease on October 27, 2023
Rule change may cause workforce instability due to a lack of evidence of employment authorization Read More