Latest News about Background Checks

New York City Limits Tenant Background Check Options

New York City landlords need to change their tenant background check processes. See the main changes created by the City Council for 2025.

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Nationwide Housing Crisis Drives Controversy Over Tenant Screening

Striking a balance between supporting property owners and affordable access to housing remains controversial. Learn the latest on tenant screening.

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NY Landlords' Calls to Repeal the State’s Tenant Protection Act Fail

In 2019, New York landlords demanded the repeal of new rules for housing access. Rental screening regulations in the area continue to expand.

Compliance and Legislation, background checks for tenants

Revived Bill to Ban Tenant Background Checks in New York City Passes

A movement to ban some tenant background checks in New York City finally succeeded. Landlords carved out core exceptions in the final law.

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Fair Chance Housing Ordinances and Tenant Background Checks Update

Current landlords must navigate significant regulatory upheaval in tenant background checks and federal housing vouchers.

5 Key Things to Understand About the New Mexico Child Care Background Check Law

The New Mexico Senate recently enacted legislation mandating stringent background checks for contractors of the Children, Youth, and Families Department (CYFD).

Connecticut's Clean Slate Law and Background Check Compliance

Explore how Connecticut's Clean Slate Law affects employers, from adapting hiring processes to ensuring fair practices.

Background Check Delays in Kansas Persist After Court Cyber Attack

Kansas courts suffered a paralyzing cyberattack in October 2023. Issues persist into 2024, and employers should plan for further delays.

Massachusetts State Court Ruling on FCRA Compliance Issues

Stay compliant with FCRA regulations for pre-employment background checks. Learn from the recent Massachusetts Appeals Court ruling.