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This bill modifies existing Arkansas law regarding background check waivers for nonlicensed staff in educational entities by adding specific conditions for the validity of a background check waiver. Specifically, the bill stipulates that a waiver granted by an educational entity's board of directors will remain valid only if the applicant maintains continuous employment with that educational entity and does not incur any additional disqualifying criminal convictions after receiving the initial waiver. The amendment clarifies that the waiver is tied directly to the individual's ongoing employment status and clean criminal record, meaning that if an employee experiences a break in employment or is convicted of a disqualifying offense after receiving the waiver, the waiver will no longer be considered valid. This change aims to provide more precise guidelines for educational institutions when considering background check requirements for nonlicensed staff, balancing the need for workplace safety with opportunities for employment.

Education

https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=sb228&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R