HB 1077 – Ban the Box for COVID-19 for COVID-19 State of Emergency 

Primary Sponsors: Rep. Vernetta Alston (D-Durham), Rep. Marcia Morey (D-Durham), Rep Zack Hawkins (D-Durham)

Summary

This bill would ban the box for employment and prohibit housing discrimination based upon a person’s criminal history during the COVID-19 emergency.

The bill would appropriate $130,000 in recurring funds for an attorney position within the Department of Justice to receive, investigate, and respond to complaints.

History

  • 5/14/2020 – Filed
    • Committee Referrals: Regulatory Reform, Judiciary, Appropriations, Rules