Kentucky HB185 amends employment and licensing laws to create a process for individuals with criminal convictions to challenge disqualification based.

Kentucky HB185 establishes a process for individuals with criminal convictions to challenge disqualification from public employment or occupational licenses. Hiring or licensing authorities must consider factors such as the nature of the crime, the individual's age at the time of the offense, and the relationship of the crime to the position sought. Authorities must provide written notice of the grounds for denial, the right to a hearing, and the earliest date for reapplication. The bill also mandates that authorities consider evidence of rehabilitation upon reapplication.

Kentucky HB185 amends employment and licensing laws to create a process for individuals with criminal convictions to challenge disqualification based.

Kentucky HB185 establishes a process for individuals with criminal convictions to challenge disqualification from public employment or occupational licenses. Hiring or licensing authorities must consider factors such as the nature of the crime, the individual's age at the time of the offense, and the relationship of the crime to the position sought. Authorities must provide written notice of the grounds for denial, the right to a hearing, and the earliest date for reapplication. The bill also mandates that authorities consider evidence of rehabilitation upon reapplication.