Addresses employment concerns for post-release individuals, including restricted use driver’s licenses and background check regulations.

The bill addresses employment challenges for individuals post-release by allowing those with suspended licenses to apply for restricted use driver’s licenses for specific purposes. It mandates background checks for airport employees, requiring them to notify applicants about the checks and provide reasons for denials. Employers are prohibited from inquiring about arrests without convictions or sealed noncriminal offenses. The bill also prohibits discrimination against ex-convicts in employment and requires employers to consider rehabilitation certificates.

Addresses employment concerns for post-release individuals, including restricted use driver’s licenses and background check regulations.

The bill addresses employment challenges for individuals post-release by allowing those with suspended licenses to apply for restricted use driver’s licenses for specific purposes. It mandates background checks for airport employees, requiring them to notify applicants about the checks and provide reasons for denials. Employers are prohibited from inquiring about arrests without convictions or sealed noncriminal offenses. The bill also prohibits discrimination against ex-convicts in employment and requires employers to consider rehabilitation certificates.