This entire situation does highlight the need for consumers to be aware of the risks they run with their data before deciding to entrust it to a third party as well as the need for robust guardrails for government agencies that want to access that data through the third party.
This legislation does not put customers in any danger, but it does create the ability for more individuals to become employed and avoid all of the challenges surrounding the lengthy licensing process.
If you’re reading this, and have a criminal record or know of someone who has a criminal record, please share this information as it could help someone’s job and life prospects.
