Our Mission
The Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) exists to advance excellence in the screening profession.
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Why Join Us?
Join PBSA to stay informed about legislation affecting screening, access practical guidance and other resources, hear about the latest industry news and trends, and network with others in the screening industry.
Events
Webinar
Artificial Intelligence Developments Relevant to Background Screening
April 30, 2025 | 3:00pm ET
Registration Open
Webinar
FCRA Crash Course (Part 1)
May 22, 2025 | 3:00pm ET
Registration Open
2025 Europe Summit, Paris, France
20 May 2025 | Early Bird Registration: $195 USD | Hotel: €210
Events Continued
2025 Canada Conference, Toronto, Canada
September 18, 2025 | Registration opening in June
2025 Annual Conference, Anaheim, CA, USA
October 26-28, 2025 | Early Bird Registration: $695 USD | Hotel: $229++/night
2025 APAC AGM
2-3 December 2025 | More information coming soon
*Event pricing/costs subject to change
Latest News
- April 2, 2025
- PBSA US CFPB - Data Broker Rule Comments 4-2025
- Submission of comments on CFPB Rulemaking related to the proposed Data Broker Rule
- April 8, 2025
- U.S. Members 2025 Non-Deductible Dues Info
- PBSA estimates deductibility at the beginning and end of each calendar year. The headquarters staff then reviews the accuracy of that estimate, in consultation with the association's CPA firm, and is required to notify members if the non-deductibility percentage has changed.
- February 20, 2025
- The Professional Background Screening Association Sues Attorneys General in Colorado and Texas Over Preemption
- On behalf of our members, PBSA filed litigation against Philip J. Weiser, in his official capacity as Attorney General for the state of Colorado, and Ken Paxton, in his official capacity as Attorney General for the State of Texas.
- December 19, 2024
- RCMP Issues Updates to Ministerial Directive and Dissemination of Criminal Record Information Policy ? Impacts and Next Steps for Members.
- RCMP Issues Updates to Ministerial Directive and Dissemination of Criminal Record Information Policy ? Impacts and Next Steps for Members.
Recent Discussions
Join the conversations on helping to combat the DOB redaction in Michigan Courts
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Take a look at the Europe Council Criminal Record Trade Body conversations
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