Employee Polygraph Protection Act

The Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) is a U.S. federal law enacted in 1988 that restricts the use of lie detector tests by employers. It generally prohibits employers from requiring or using polygraph tests for hiring or firing employees. There are exceptions for certain government jobs and positions involving security or controlled substances. The law aims to protect employees from potential misuse of polygraphs, which may not be reliable, ensuring that workers are not unfairly subjected to these tests in their employment.