No. 29126: R606-2. Pre-Employment Inquiry Guide

DAR File No.: 29126
Filed: 10/13/2006, 11:59
Received by: NL

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Section 34A-5-104 gives the Labor Commission authority to establish rules to administer and enforce the Utah Antidiscrimination Act. To assist employers in avoiding discrimination, the Labor Commission has established a guide for pre-employment actions and inquiries.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No written comments have been received during or since the last five-year review of this rule.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

The Labor Commission continues to have jurisdiction over discrimination in the workplace. This rule establishes a guide for employers and employees in pre-employment situations, to help them avoid discriminatory acts. Therefore, this rule should be continued.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Labor Commission
Antidiscrimination and Labor, Antidiscrimination
HEBER M WELLS BLDG
160 E 300 S
SALT LAKE CITY UT 84111-2316

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

Heather Morrison at the above address, by phone at 801-530-6921, by FAX at 801-530-7601, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Authorized by:

Sherrie Hayashi, Commissioner