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Older Workers Are Facing Tighter Identity Checks in Part-Time Jobs
Older adults seeking part-time work this winter face stricter identity verification requirements. Employers are expanding digital verification, biometric checks, background scrutiny, work authorization confirmation, fraud database cross checks, and online application…
Securing Identity in a Digital Age: Why Advanced Verification Matters for the U.S.
Identity verification is crucial for trust across travel, finance, healthcare, and government, yet identity fraud—includingAI-driven photo manipulation—remains a major threat. Governments worldwide are enhancing ID security byembedding tamper-resistant color portraits…
Congress Bans Delta-8 And THCA Under New Hemp Law
H.R. 5371, signed in November 2025, narrows the federal definition of hemp, banning intoxicating cannabinoids likedelta-8, delta-10, and THCA by capping total THC at 0.3% and prohibiting synthetic cannabinoids. Effective November2026, the law clarifies employer…
Texas DPS Moving Forward with Expanding Cannabis Compassionate Use Program
Texas is expanding its Compassionate Use Program, allowing more patients with conditions like chronic pain, traumatic brain injury, and serious illnesses to access low-THC medical cannabis. Phase one selected nine businesses for further evaluation, though final…
Up in Smoke: Should Businesses Still Drug Test for Marijuana?
With marijuana legalized for medical or recreational use in most U.S. states, employers face a complex decision on drug testing. Testing can ensure legal compliance, workplace safety, and lower insurance costs, especially in regulated industries. However, tests often…
Will Marijuana Rescheduling Be a Game Changer for Trucking?
President Trump is considering rescheduling marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, which could remove DOT’s legal authority to test nearly 4 million CDL drivers, as DOT testing relies on HHS guidelines tied to Schedule I/II substances. Without a safety carve-out,…
How AI and Human Expertise Are Converging to Reshape Modern Background Screening Without Losing Trust or Integrity
As AI and automation reshape background screening, Peopletrail emphasizes balancing technology with human judgment. CEO Wallace Davis says AI works best as a support tool, improving speed and consistency while trained professionals handle nuance, compliance, and…
How AI-Powered Background Checks are Becoming a Business Necessity
Employers are increasingly using AI-powered background checks to reduce hiring risks and speed recruitment. AI automates criminal, employment, and public record screening, improving accuracy, efficiency, and compliance while lowering costs tied to bad hires. With the…
Scaling Smarter: How AI Is Transforming Background Screening in Healthcare Staffing
Healthcare background screening has traditionally slowed staffing due to delays and complex compliance. New research commissioned by KarmaCheck shows how AI is transforming credentialing by automating manual tasks, detecting fraud in real time, and accelerating safe…
DHS Ends Automatic EAD Extensions: What Employers Need to Know Now
DHS has ended automatic Employment Authorization Document extensions for most renewal applicants effective October 30, 2025, creating immediate compliance challenges for employers. Existing extensions remain valid, but new filings will receive no automatic protection,…
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