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This bill clarifies and strengthens the background check requirements for school board members in Delaware, both for elected and appointed positions. Specifically, the bill amends existing law to require that any person appointed to fill a vacancy on a school board must first complete a background check and receive a qualification determination from the Commissioner of Elections. The changes mandate that before an individual can be appointed to a school board seat, they must meet all qualifications outlined in existing law, including a comprehensive background check that involves criminal background checks and a review of the Child Protection Registry. The bill expands the responsibilities of the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) and the Department of Services for Children, Youth, and Their Families (DSCYF) to provide background check information to the Commissioner of Elections for individuals seeking appointment to a school board vacancy, in addition to their existing requirements for elected candidates. This legislation aims to ensure that all school board members, whether elected or appointed, undergo the same rigorous screening process to help protect students and maintain the integrity of school governance.

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https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=141962