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From Tragedy to Action: How Miya’s Law Affects Hiring and Screening in Nevada Property Management

Sep 10, 2025 12:15:00 PM

Sometimes, meaningful change emerges from tragedy. On August 4, 2025, Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo signed Senate Bill 114 (SB 114), also known as...

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Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act Now in Effect: Details Employers Need to Know

Aug 4, 2025 10:00:00 AM

In 2024, we covered both Minnesota’s and Rhode Island’s Data Privacy Acts. While Rhode Island’s law will not go into effect until 2026, Minnesota’s...

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Saddle Up, Montana: Original 2024 State Privacy Laws Get a Makeover in 2025

Jul 28, 2025 10:00:00 AM

Montana implemented the Montana Consumer Data Privacy Act (MCDPA) on October 1, 2024. The law regulates businesses that produce products or services...

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Washington State Increases Regulations for Employer Access to Criminal Background Checks

Jul 16, 2025 11:30:00 AM

For a second time this year, the state of Washington has enacted efforts to create a fair hiring landscape for Washingtonians. We previously covered...

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New Screening Requirements for School Volunteers Under Florida’s SB676

Feb 26, 2025 11:30:00 AM

The Florida Legislature recently passed Senate Bill 676 (SB676) in 2023, mandating more extensive background screening regulations for public school...

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CFPB Urges Employers to Follow FCRA When Using Background Dossiers and Algorithmic Scores

Dec 6, 2024 1:45:00 PM

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a recent policy statement advising employers to comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act...

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Montana’s 2024 Consumer Data Privacy Act

Nov 14, 2024 12:07:00 PM

Montana has joined the growing list of consumer data privacy laws enacted throughout the country, creating new guidelines for consumer data privacy....

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New Background Check Requirements for Health Professionals in New Jersey

Nov 5, 2024 2:00:00 PM

Signed into law on September 12, 2024, New Jersey enacted a new background check bill that mandates criminal history background checks for a broader...

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