An amendment to allow employers to use polygraph tests in cases involving employee theft, embezzlement, misappropriation of funds, industrial espionage, and to investigate crimes which threaten public safety or which have resulted in substantial property damage. In such cases, polygraph tests may only be administered after notification of law enforcement officials or the employer's insurance company. Further, the amendment provides that all polygraph tests must be conducted in accordance with applicable state and local law, and in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.

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Amendment Number
486
Description
An amendment to allow employers to use polygraph tests in cases involving employee theft, embezzlement, misappropriation of funds, industrial espionage, and to investigate crimes which threaten public safety or which have resulted in substantial property damage. In such cases, polygraph tests may only be administered after notification of law enforcement officials or the employer's insurance company. Further, the amendment provides that all polygraph tests must be conducted in accordance with applicable state and local law, and in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.
Congress
100
Type
HAMDT
Latest Action Date
Nov 4, 1987
Latest Action Text
Amendment Failed of Passage in Committee of Whole by Recorded Vote: 197 - 220 (Record Vote No: 411).
Submitted Date
Nov 4, 1987
Chamber
House of Representatives
Update Date
Aug 14, 2021
Amendment 486 — Informed