Vermont H0201 prohibits discrimination based on criminal history in employment and housing.

Vermont H0201 amends state law to prohibit discrimination based on an individual’s criminal history in employment and housing. It bans employers from refusing to hire or discharge individuals based on criminal history unless required by law. It also prevents landlords from denying housing based on criminal history. Exceptions are made for positions where criminal history is a legal disqualification. The bill aims to reduce barriers for individuals with criminal histories in finding employment and housing.

Vermont H0201 prohibits discrimination based on criminal history in employment and housing.

Vermont H0201 amends state law to prohibit discrimination based on an individual’s criminal history in employment and housing. It bans employers from refusing to hire or discharge individuals based on criminal history unless required by law. It also prevents landlords from denying housing based on criminal history. Exceptions are made for positions where criminal history is a legal disqualification. The bill aims to reduce barriers for individuals with criminal histories in finding employment and housing.