Prohibits employers from using student loan payment history to determine employment eligibility.
This bill amends the general business law to prohibit employers from using student loan payment history as a factor in employment decisions. It specifically bans employers from checking an applicant's student loan payment status, including information indicating the payment status of a student loan. This change aims to prevent discrimination based on student loan debt.
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