On September 12, 2018, the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection issued new model forms for the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).  The new model forms, available here, incorporate the changes required by the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act, passed by Congress in May 2018. Employers who utilize background checks for employees and job applicants should update their forms by September 21, 2018, to ensure continued compliance with the FCRA.

If you have any questions regarding how the FCRA may impact your business practices or have any other questions please contact your labor and employment counsel at Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP.