A person is not their criminal record, and the state of New York might be ready to recognize this by removing scarlet letters from the chest of formerly incarcerated individuals. In a recent hearing, the New York Senate…
Amazon recently announced that they plan to stop drug testing many positions for marijuana. But they aren’t stopped there—they also plan to join the movement by actively lobbying Congress to end marijuana prohibition across the country. The company…
Michiganders convicted of a single drunk driving offense may be offered a second chance under a piece of legislation recently passed by the Michigan House. If the governor approves the bill, an individual’s first-time drunk driving offense may…
The California Legislature is currently considering a new bill—SB 731—that would limit employers’ access to many criminal records. If enacted, there will be a four-year limit, meaning that they won’t be able to see criminal records go beyond…
Good news for Arizonans who have had difficulties finding employment opportunities, occupational licenses, and housing: House Bill 2067, recently signed into law by Gov. Doug Ducey, allows many with certain criminal offenses to set aside prior convictions. The…
The nationwide confusion regarding the FDA’s approval of the production and consumption of hemp derivatives such as CBD has prompted a new Senate bill, one that would relieve hemp farmers, processors, and merchants from unnecessary restrictions. The FDA…
One new bill, so many wins. Montana Governor Greg Gianforte recently signed House Bill 701, a milestone legislation for cannabis users, Montanans with cannabis-related convictions, and Montanans seeking recovery and treatment for drug addiction. The new law permits…
The American view is evolving, and it’s time for employers to keep up. A recent survey analyzed by Kelly, a talent company that employs and connects hundreds of thousands of people based on skill and specific workstyles, concluded…
Having your criminal record expunged can be a costly and challenging process. Tenessee’s lawmakers have decided to work together to reduce this cost and help individuals with criminal records have their records cleared for almost no cost. Starting…