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This bill aims to expand access to criminal history records by authorizing peace officer standards and training (POST) agencies to obtain such information. Specifically, the bill amends existing federal law to allow POST agencies - which are state-level organizations responsible for setting standards, training, and certification requirements for law enforcement officers - to access criminal history records. The bill provides clear definitions, including defining "State" broadly to include not just the 50 states but also U.S. territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Virgin Islands. It requires the Attorney General to update federal regulations within 180 days of the bill's enactment to implement these changes, ensuring that POST agencies can more effectively review the backgrounds of current and potential law enforcement officers. By providing these agencies with expanded access to criminal history records, the bill seeks to enhance the vetting and oversight of law enforcement personnel, potentially improving the overall quality and accountability of policing across the United States.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1712/all-info