“Bernie” Madoff working in your local bank?
N.J. Democrats want to restrict background, credit checks during hiring process
Democrats look to make the private sector just like congress
Legislation making it easier for people with criminal histories or poor credit to find jobs passed an Assembly committee Monday.
Under one bill, an employer could not ask about an applicant’s criminal history until after the candidate has received a conditional job offer. Only then could the employer conduct a background check or ask whether the person had ever been arrested or convicted of a crime. If the person does have a record, the legislation also restricts what types of crime can warrant an employer rescinding the job offer.
Another bill bars employers from conducting credit checks on current or prospective employees, although it makes exceptions for certain jobs related to finance, management or security.
Both bills passed the Assembly Labor Committee along party lines. While Democrats argued the measures would help people get a leg up, business groups and Republicans said the requirements would bury companies in paperwork and open them up to lawsuits. (Linhorst/The Record)
Its no secret that the Democrats are protecting their ‘base’.
Just another reason for employers to outsource jobs to states elsewhere.
As an employer it is my right to know who is representing my business.
And another reason to simply hire subcontractors vs employees!