Texas House Bill 2466, set to take effect in September 2025, introduces a statewide Ban the Box requirement, delaying criminal history inquiries until applicants are deemed qualified or offered interviews. While aimed at fair chance hiring, the bill’s vague language around what qualifies as “otherwise qualified” presents challenges for employers. The bill excludes jobs with mandatory background checks and does not require individualized assessments of criminal history. Employers must prepare by reviewing hiring processes and complying with local ordinances.

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