Support state bill banning employers from asking about criminal history on job applications
In Plain English
AB 1008 would prohibit California employers from asking job applicants about their criminal history on initial application forms. This 'Ban the Box' policy removes the checkbox that asks about past convictions. If approved, Richmond formally endorses this state legislation aimed at reducing employment barriers for people with criminal records.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 101-17
6 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond unanimously endorsed state legislation that would ban employers from asking about criminal history on job applications. The "Ban the Box" bill (AB 1008) aims to give people with past convictions a better chance at getting hired by removing the criminal history checkbox from initial application forms. This formal endorsement adds Richmond's voice to support for the state bill, though it doesn't change any local hiring practices. All six council members voted in favor of the resolution.
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