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If the government can probe social media as part of the security clearance process, don’t you think as an employer it’s time to consider it as well?

WASHINGTON (AP) — Investigators can now probe Twitter, Facebook and other social media sites as a part of background checks for security clearances — something that lawmakers said Friday was a classic case of the government playing catch-up with technology. http://www.bigstory.ap.org/article/e882671d97a245c9bffadbcebd52344c/security-clearance-background-checks-include-social-media

Lack of Background Screening in Schools Raises Compliance Concerns

Recent events in Des Moines Public Schools have brought renewed attention to the importance of thorough and ongoing background screening in education. The district’s former

Ban the Box Laws Reshape Hiring Through 2026

In 2025, the landscape of fair chance hiring continues to evolve as more states and cities expand their Ban the Box laws. These regulations, designed

Employment Drug Screening: Compliance, Safety & Industry-Specific Needs

Drug screening continues to play a vital role in hiring practices across industries. Despite changing laws and shifting workplace norms, employers rely on drug testing

FCRA & The Price of Non-Compliance

A recent multimillion dollar settlement has once again spotlighted the critical importance of following proper procedures when conducting employment background checks. At the heart of