Or. Admin. R. 839-005-0060 - Purpose and Scope of these Rules
(1) It is the policy of the State of Oregon
to guarantee individuals the fullest possible participation in the social and
economic life of the state, including employment. Pursuant to ORS
659A.320, obtainment or use by
an employer of information in an applicant's credit history impacts the
individual's privacy, and must relate only to the position for which the
individual is being considered or holds. The people of Oregon have the right to
employment without unlawful discrimination on the basis of credit
history.
(2) Prohibited
discrimination is a basis of unlawful practices described in ORS Chapter 659A
and other chapters of the Oregon statutes.
(3) The Civil Rights Division (division) of
the Bureau of Labor and Industries enforces ORS
659A.320. These rules implement
and interpret that statute.
(4) Any
individual claiming to be aggrieved by an unlawful practice including a
violation of ORS 659A.320 may file a complaint
with the division under ORS
659A.820 or may bring a civil
action under ORS 659A.885.
(5) These rules apply to all inquiries and
complaints received by the division on or after the effective date of these
rules.
Notes
Stat. Auth.: 659A.805
Stats. Implemented: ORS 659A.320
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