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It prevents employers from asking about a job applicants' criminal history on an initial application or contact.
Department of Human Rights Commissioner Kevin Lindsey says it's aimed at giving people with a record a better chance at gaining employment.
The law does include an exception for jobs where a criminal history background check is required such as in schools, health-care facilities and banks.
Minnesota is one of a handful of states with similar laws.
