Stories Related to New York
NYC Mayor Launches Cannabis NYC Program
August 22, 2022, New York City's Mayor, Eric Adams, announced the launch of Cannabis NYC, a program under the city's Department of Small Business that will promote equity in the cannabis industry by supporting those most impacted by the drug war.
Rommy Kassim
9/9/2022
NYC Considers Prohibiting Landlords From Running Background Checks
New York City Council is once again facing a bill that would prevent most landlords from inquiring about a prospective tenant's criminal history. The bill, also known as the Fair Chance for Housing Act, encourages the concept that housing is a fundamental right.
Rommy Kassim
9/7/2022
NY Law Suits Claim Amazon and Gap Violated Laws
A criminal conviction shouldn't weigh heavier than a skillset, and it's time for major companies to enforce better assessments of qualifications. Amazon.com Inc and The Gap are facing proposed class-action lawsuits for allegedly violating the New York state law that prohibits employers from denying jobs based on an individual's criminal record.
Rommy Kassim
2/20/2022
NYC Job Listings Will Require Minimum And Maximum Salaries
To promote job and career transparency, New York City employers will soon be required to include minimum and maximum salaries on all job postings for positions performed within the city. The law was passed on January 15, 2022, and will go into effect on May 15th. As this law goes into effect, employers must include a "good faith" salary range for all job opportunities within the city.
Rommy Kassim
2/11/2022
New York Lawmakers Introduce Measure That Would Eliminate Court Fees
New York lawmakers seek to eliminate court fees, parole, probation, and other fines implemented by the criminal justice system in an effort to lessen the high rates of incarceration at Rikers Island jail, an understaffed detainment center infamous for overcrowdedness, disease, and inhumane living conditions.
Rommy Kassim
10/8/2021
New York City's Fair Chance Act Is Effective As Of July 29th
On July 29, 2021, the amended "Ban the Box" law known as the Fair Chance Act took effect in New York City, expanding protections for job applicants by prohibiting discrimination based on arrest records, pending criminal accusations, or criminal convictions.
Rommy Kassim
8/1/2021