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Easier Hiring: Fewer Criminal History Questions for Federal Contractors

New rules make it easier for individuals with criminal histories to find jobs with federal contractors by limiting inquiries about criminal records before a job offer. This increases employment opportunities and social reintegration, while strengthening oversight by the Department of Labor.
Key points
Federal contractors cannot ask about an applicant's criminal history before making a conditional job offer.
The Department of Labor will handle complaints and investigate violations of these rules, both proactively and based on submissions.
These changes apply to contracts awarded on or after December 20, 2022.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6419
Sponsor: Rep. Ocasio-Cortez, Alexandria [D-NY-14]
Process start date: 2022-01-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fair Chance Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6419.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-01-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal contractors cannot ask about an applicant's criminal history before making a conditional job offer.
  • The Department of Labor will handle complaints and investigate violations of these rules, both proactively and based on submissions.
  • These changes apply to contracts awarded on or after December 20, 2022.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Ocasio-Cortez, Alexandria [D-NY-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 27 - 11.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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