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

Full File Disclosure Requests and Reinvestigations and Related Litigation
August 5, 2020
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GDPR vs. FCRA: Where They Align, Where They Conflict, and How to Walk the Line
October 7, 2020
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Latest News

- June 11, 2020
- A Message from PBSA
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- April 28, 2020
- PBSA Member Advisory: New 9th Circuit Case Addresses FCRA
- A new 9th Circuit Case addresses FCRA and employment screening
- April 17, 2020
- PBSA Requests CFPB & FTC Issue Emergency Interim Final Rule and Guidance
- PBSA requested the CFPB & FTC issue an emergency interim final rule and guidance due to the unavailability of public records during COVID-19 and its impact on the FCRA dispute process.
- April 3, 2020
- COVID-19 Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
- The U.S. Treasury Department and the Small Business Administration have published their guidance on distributing assistance to small firms to address the economic fallout from the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Legislative Updates

Federal Issues
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State Issues
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PBSA Submits Comments to CFPB/FTC regarding reinvestigations during COVID-19
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PBSA Submits comments on COVID-19 Congressional Package
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