California DOB Redaction: Call to Action Today

As you may be aware, on Wednesday, September 1, 2021, the California Supreme Court denied review in the matter of All of Us or None vs. Hamrick.

Subsequently, CA Courts are refusing to respond to research requests, limiting the number of queries that can be made in person, or limiting the amount of PII (Personal Identifiable Information) provided when a potential record is found. These decisions are being implemented in CA Courts across the state.

The removal of DOB and other important identifiers from search databases significantly impairs background screenings, industry-wide, to accurately confirm the identity of prospective employees or residents. Accurate background checks are essential in ensuring your place of employment, children and community are safe.

The bill has advanced from committee to the Assembly floor for a final vote – tentatively scheduled for Monday, August 8 – but has seen extensive opposition by those who want to eliminate background checks in California.

Our ask of you: we need engagement today from our clients in California and our clients that have ever completed background checks on individuals who live or have lived in California.

We are asking you to contact – by phone – your representatives in the Assembly. We’ve included bullet points that you may use in your communication here and a link to find your members of the Assembly here.

Additionally, we have a FAQ here.

We appreciate your efforts in this matter. If you wish to read about the actions our association has taken, please review here.

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