HB3277

Illinois HB3277 amends the Employee Credit Privacy Act to prohibit employers from inquiring about or obtaining an applicant's social security number.

Illinois HB3277 amends the Employee Credit Privacy Act to restrict employers from inquiring about or obtaining an applicant's social security number. The bill specifies that employers may not use an applicant's credit history or credit report as a basis for employment decisions, unless certain conditions are met, such as state or federal law requiring bonding or security covering the individual holding the position. The bill also clarifies that employers are not prohibited from obtaining an employee's social security number after hiring, except for the purpose of conducting a background check.