Ban employers from asking job applicants about criminal history
In Plain English
The city wants to require all contractors, subcontractors, and anyone receiving city money to stop asking job applicants about past criminal convictions. This policy aims to give people with criminal records a fair chance at employment. If approved, these employers must wait until later in the hiring process to discuss criminal history.
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Votes
Suspend the rules and extend the meeting to complete the current item and Items G-8 and G-9
4 to 2
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