Bill > SB67

This bill amends Title 16 of the Delaware Code related to criminal background checks for home-care agencies by establishing several key provisions. The bill introduces a new definition for the "Rap Back System" (a criminal record tracking mechanism) and clarifies that a criminal history report obtained through the Background Check Center (BCC) remains valid for three years from the date of an applicant's fingerprinting. The legislation modifies existing regulations by replacing language about the frequency of fingerprint collection with a requirement that the Rap Back System be used to provide ongoing criminal history updates to current and future employers. Additionally, the bill maintains the Department of Health and Social Services' existing responsibilities to establish criteria for employment suitability, develop policies for criminal record review, and create administrative processes for reviewing and contesting background check results. The primary goal of these changes appears to be streamlining the criminal background check process for home-care workers while ensuring continuous monitoring of their criminal records.

Health and Social Services

https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=141904