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Imagine a World
Five New Year’s Resolutions for 2023
White House Reveals Long-Anticipated ‘AI Bill of Rights’
President Biden Signs Long-Awaited Data Transfer Executive Order
Better Know a Provider
Our Grassroots Continue to Grow
Affinity Program Highlight: CurrentCompliance
Why Should Non-EU Companies Update Their EU Provider Contracts With the New Standard Contractual Clauses ASAP?
Affinity Program Highlight: SeyfarthLean
Five Make or Break Practices to Boost Your International Screening Business

2021

January - February 2021

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Articles in this issue:

New Year, New Direction, New Hope!
A New Cast of Players in Washington
State Court Access Outlook for 2021
PBSA Accreditation Program
PBSA Diversity & Inclusion Update
Spotlight on Finance
Tenant Screener's "Blanket" Reliance on Third Party Vendor
How Screening Standards Help the Gig Economy
Accredited Companies
2021 Mid-Year Conference
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

March - April 2021

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Articles in this issue:

So Much Has Changed
Outlook for Federal Privacy Legislation
Access/Legislative Synergy for 2021
State Government Relations Update
Better Know a Provider
Why You Need an FCRA Compliance Manual
2021 Screening Challenges
Accredited Companies
2021 Mid-Year Conference
Thank You, Sponsors
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

May-June 2021

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Articles in this issue:

Mid-Year Update: 2021 Continues to Fly By
The New Look of News Media
Small Wins Add Up
U.S. State Government Relations Update
Fraudulent Qualifications Back in the News
How Arbitration Provisions Can Protect CRAs
Marijuana Legalization, Testing and Impairment
PBSA Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

July-August 2021

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Articles in this issue:

Europe Council Update
APAC Conference & Membership Update
FCRA Reform Update
Public Relations Case Study
U.S. State Government Relations Update
Better Know a Provider Interview
Affinity Program Highlight
Hiring Trends and Their Impact on the Background Screening Industry
Canada Council Updates
U.S. Council Update
Chain of Custody in Drug Testing
Are “No Injury” FCRA Lawsuits in The Rearview Mirror?
PBSA Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

September-October 2021

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Articles in this issue:

Good to See You!
PBSA Testifies in Congressional Hearing
Purpose Driven Communications
DOB Redaction in Michigan
Get to Know Your APAC Council Leadership
Affinity Program Highlight
Marijuana Impairment & Drug Testing
Tips for Improving Your Hiring Experience
APAC AGM 2021 Summary
Thank You, Conference Sponsors & Exhibitors
PBSA Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

November- December 2021

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Articles in this issue:

Executive Director Update
CFPB Advisory Opinion: Name-Only Matching Procedures
Proven Interview Techniques
Your Voice Makes a Big Impact for PBSA
Get to Know Your APAC Council Leadership
How CRAs Can Lead the Way on Fair Chance Hiring
Tenant Screening Receiving Increased Federal Focus
Accurate Drug Tests with a Medical Review Officer
Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Group Update
PBSA Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

2020

January - February 2020

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Articles in this issue:

PBSA Europe Council
Five Communications Trends for 2020
Key Win in Department of Labor
Public Records Access Update
Get the Most Out of Your Membership
Curious Paradox
APAC Council 2019 AGM
Power to Change
Canada Council Update
2020 Background Screening Trends
Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

March - April 2020

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Articles in this issue:

Executive Director Update
The Importance of Internal Communications
U.S Federal COVID-19 Legislation
State Court Closures and PBSA Impact
Current U.S. State Legislative Climate
ID Checking Around the World
Effective Vendor Management
COVID-19 New Paid Leave Laws
Alternative Data Sources
CCPA Compliance
Thank You, Sponsors & Exhibitors
Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

May - June 2020

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Articles in this issue:

It's Time for Tough Conversations
Reopening the Office?
Using Artificial Intelligence & Algorithms
Legislative Sessions Are Resuming
Court Records are Essential
Trend: Laws Regulating Tenant's Criminal History
Temporary Workarounds Create Sustainable Solutions
NY Identity Theft Prevention Act
FCRA Class Actions
Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

July - August 2020

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Articles in this issue:

From APAC to the World
Communicating the Value of International Screening
House Judiciary Committee Holds Hearing
Canada Council Leadership
Criminal Records Trade Body
European Background Screening Industry
Indonesia: The Collaboration to Defend Reputations
How to Find Privacy Resources
Affinity Program Highlight
The Right to Be Forgotten: Mexico
2020 Annual Conference
Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

September – October 2020

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Articles in this issue:

What a Difference a Year Can Make
The New Rules for Internal Communications
PACER Reform Advances in Congress
Advocacy Doesn't Stop In An Election Year
Understanding the CCPA
Personal Data Transfers from the EU
Let Background Screening Continue to Thrive
Are Your Employees Suited to Working Remotely?
Affinity Program Highlight
Thank You, Sponsors & Exhibitors
Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

November - December 2020

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Articles in this issue:

A Remarkable Year
The New Rules for External Communications
PASS Standards
APAC Council Update
Growing our Reach in Europe
Advocacy Committee
Educational Resources Committee
Leadership Development Committee
Provider Advisory Group Update
Affinity Program Highlight
Top 5 Screening Trends for 2021
PBSA Accredited Companies
Red and Blue States Turn Green
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

2019

January - February 2019

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Articles in this issue:

Change and New Growth by NAPBS Chair Angela Preston
Communicating with Newly-elected Officials
Privacy and Data Security Legislation Poised for Advancement Despite Divided Congress
Metrics-driven Management: Six Key Metrics to Benefit Your Organization
Educational Resources Committee Update
NAPBS APAC Chapter Annual General Meeting Highlights
NAPBS Accreditation Expansion
End-User Advisory Group Update
NAPBS Webinar Library: Education On Demand
2019 Mid-Year Legislative and Regulatory Conference

March - April 2019

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Articles in this issue:

In Like a Lion
Public Relations Update
State GR Update
Legislative Update
A Call to Arms
Why Advocacy
California Advocacy Day
NAPBS Accredited Companies
2019 Mid-Year Sponsors & Exhibitors
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

May - June 2019

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Articles in this issue:

My Journey as a Volunteer
Communicating in a Digital World
Thank You to Our Volunteers
2019 Advocacy Day
NAPBS: Getting Things Done
Spotlight on Outstanding Volunteers
Better Know a Provider
Think Your Past (Tense) Doesn't Matter?
Is Your Screening Process Ready
NAPBS Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

July - August 2019

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Articles in this issue:

NAPBS Bylaws Vote and Globalization Progress
Communicating the Importance of International Capabilities
NAPBS Overview of FCRA Activity
Background Checks in Latin America
Get to Know Your International Chapter Chairs
APAC: Tech in Background Screening
2019 APAC AGM
The Global Learning Center
Affinity Program Highlight
Global Education Experts at #NAPBS19
Better Know a Provider
NAPBS Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

September – October 2019

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Articles in this issue:

Introducing the New PBSA!
How to Build a Grassroots Campaign
House Judiciary Committee Hearing
State Government Relations Update
Second Pennsylvania Advocacy Day
Why I Believe in Advocacy
Demystifying the U.S. Government Structure
Social Media Risk Assessments
Quality Program First Steps
Affinity Program Highlight
Annual Conference Exhibitors & Sponsors
Accredited Companies

November – December 2019

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Articles in this issue:

Canada's Grassroots Efforts
Issue Advocacy: Persuade Others to Action
Newly Proposed Federal Rules
Build Your Business in 2020
Digitalization In Background Screening
Affinity Program Highlight
Have a Field Day with Rahul
Mediocrity Is the Canary In the Coal Mine
Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

2018

January - February 2018

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Articles in this issue:

Working Together For Change
Public Relations Update
Legislative Update
State Government Relations Update
APAC Chapter Annual Meeting
Dish Network Decision
Validating Identity in the Digital Age
How Do You Say "Yes"?
Get to Know Your NAPBS Board
Learn About the Mid-Year Conference
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

March - April 2018

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Articles in this issue:

Make a Difference in One Day
Public Relations Update
Legislative Update
State Government Relations Update
The Importance of Monitoring Industry Legislation
Seattle's Fair Chance Housing Ordinance
Still So Much to Do
Ban the Box - an NAPBS Perspective
2018 NAPBS Advocacy Day
Introducing the Conference Keynote Speaker
NAPBS Accredited Companies
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

May - June 2018

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Articles in this issue:

The Volunteer Journey
Public Relations Update
Legislative Update
Better Know a Provider
State Government Relations Update
Over 100 Companies Now Accredited
NEW NAPBS Affinity Program
Ban the Box and Sex Offenses
Salary History Bans Sweeping Across Country Face Setbacks
Thank You to the NAPBS Volunteers
Mid-Year Conference Highlights
Mission, Comments & Article Submission

July - August 2018

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Articles in this issue:

Strategic Planning 2018 and the Global Taskforce
New GDPR Guidance for NAPBS Members
Social Media Best Practices in a Global Environment
California's Landmark Consumer Privacy Act
Better Know a Provider
Growth of the NAPBS Europe Chapter
NAPBS Accreditation Expansion
Get to Know Your International Chapter Chairs
Training Staff on Global Screening
Recreational Marijuana in Canada - A Reality
Passport to the World with the 2018 NAPBS Annual Conference

September - October 2018

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Articles in this issue:

You Don't Need a Green Thumb to Work With Grassroots
Creating an Effective Grassroots Communications Strategy
Privacy Policy Outlook: 116th Congress
Better Know a Provider
Voices in Advocacy
Get Started with Grassroots Advocacy
Protect Yourself from the Next Cyber Attack
NAPBS Access Subcommittee Update
State Advocacy X Games: NAPBS Goes to Sacramento
Thank You, Conference Sponsors & Exhibitors

November - December 2018

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Articles in this issue:

The Future's So Bright
Public Relations Update
Legislative Update
A Year In Review: Letter from the Executive Director
Get Ready for 2019
Provider Advisory Group Update
Better Know a Provider
BSCC: 2018 Recap and a Look Ahead to 2019
Global Advisory Council Update
Industry Practices Update
Get to Know Your NAPBS Board
Connecticut Court Rules That Even Federal Contractors Cannot Refuse to Hire Medical Marijuana Users
People, Places and Promotions
2019 Mid-Year Legislative & Regulatory Conference

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