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February 11, 2025

Atlantic Employee Screening Examines the Impact of CFPB Operations Halt on Higher Education Hiring Practices

In a significant shift, the Trump administration has effectively halted operations at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), raising questions about the future of Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) enforcement and its impact on background screening. Atlantic Employee Screening, a leading provider of background screening solutions for higher education institutions, is closely monitoring how these changes may affect HR and recruiting professionals at colleges and universities.