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Background Check

January 10, 2024

On November 16, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul enacted a transformative piece of legislation—the Clean Slate Act. This landmark law aims to reshape the professional landscape for individuals with certain past criminal convictions by mandating the sealing of these records. The Clean Slate Act marks a significant stride towards fostering equal opportunities for individuals with past convictions in New York. Employers must stay informed, adapt practices, and leverage the right resources to navigate these changes seamlessly. Here's an in-depth look at the critical components of the Clean Slate Act and its potential implications for employers.

January 08, 2024

As we usher in the new year, January marks National Human Trafficking Awareness Month in the United States. At DISA, we recognize the significance of joining the nationwide conversation to combat human trafficking and amplify awareness in the transportation sectors.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

December 11, 2023

As of January 1, 2024, California will introduce the AB 2188 update. This legislative update significantly alters the landscape for employers, shaping how they approach hiring, termination, and other critical employment decisions based on cannabis use. Jennifer Mora, Senior Counsel at Seyfarth Shaw LLP, presented a webinar for DISA Global Solutions to address these updates. Join us as we discuss the details of AB 2188, unravel its core provisions, explore exceptions, and address the considerable challenges it poses for employers navigating California’s evolving legal framework.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

December 08, 2023

As of January 1, 2024, California will introduce the AB 2188 update. This legislative update significantly alters the landscape for employers, shaping how they approach hiring, termination, and other critical employment decisions based on cannabis use. Jennifer Mora, Senior Counsel at Seyfarth Shaw LLP, recently discussed these updates in a recent webinar presentation for DISA, followed by a Q&A session offering further insights into the intricacies of AB 2188 and the challenges it presents for employers navigating California’s evolving legal framework. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions regarding AB 2188.

Background Check

December 07, 2023

Updated 12/1/2023 | In today's professional landscape, pre-employment background checks are a crucial component for many companies. These screenings ensure the integrity, qualifications, and history of prospective employees. While some companies may choose to handle these background checks in-house, a growing number of firms are opting for the expertise and efficiency of consumer reporting agencies (CRA). To aid your search in finding the ideal partner tailored to your organization's needs and budget, we've compiled a list of the leading background check service providers this year.

Transportation Compliance

November 13, 2023

Beginning January 1, 2024, access to the DOT’s drug and alcohol MIS (DAMIS) will transition to Login.gov. As part of the transition, Login.gov requires multifactor authentication, which removes the ability for TPAs to submit this content for customers. Submissions must now be completed by the DOT-regulated employers themselves.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

November 10, 2023

On November 7, 2023, Ohio voters passed Ohio Issue 2, Marijuana Legalization Initiative (Issue 2), legalizing recreational cannabis in the state. Issue 2 is a voter initiative, meaning that the legislature may still choose to adjust or, in rare cases, even repeal the initiative.