Bill > HB1196

This bill amends North Dakota's existing law regarding criminal history record checks, expanding and clarifying the processes by which various state agencies, boards, and organizations can conduct comprehensive background checks on applicants, employees, and certain other individuals. The bill requires individuals subject to a criminal history record check to provide written consent, submit two sets of fingerprints, and disclose any previous criminal convictions. The Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) will serve as the sole source for receiving fingerprint submissions and responses from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and must provide the results of these checks to requesting agencies within three days of completion. The bill updates language to replace terms like "person" with "individual" and adds specific provisions for numerous state entities, including school districts, government agencies, licensing boards, and departments, detailing the circumstances under which they can request and use criminal history record checks. The legislation also includes specific provisions for concealed weapons license applicants, requiring a statewide and nationwide criminal history check that includes checking the national instant criminal background check system and, for non-U.S. citizens, an immigration alien query. The bill aims to enhance background screening processes across various sectors to improve public safety and ensure appropriate screening of individuals in sensitive positions.

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https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo1196.html