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AL HB100

AL HB100
Alabama Justice Information Commission; collection, dissemination, and use of biometric identifiers by certain entities provided for; Alabama Background Check Service established, types, uses, and fees for certain background checks for noncriminal justice purposes authorized; Alabama Rap Back Program established, penalties provided for; existing law relating to release of criminal history information repealed


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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Alabama Justice Information Commission; collection, dissemination, and use of biometric identifiers by certain entities provided for; Alabama Background Check Service established, types, uses, and fees for certain background checks for noncriminal justice purposes authorized; Alabama Rap Back Program established, penalties provided for; existing law relating to release of criminal history information repealed

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Alabama Background Check Service, operated by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), to allow authorized entities to conduct background checks for noncriminal justice purposes, such as employment, licensing, and housing, requiring express consent from the individual being checked and parental consent for minors. It also creates the Alabama Rap Back Program, which allows participating entities to receive ongoing notifications if an enrolled individual is arrested or convicted of a crime, and establishes penalties for the misuse of background check reports, classifying it as a Class B misdemeanor. The bill also updates definitions related to criminal justice information, including biometric identifiers and identity history data, and repeals existing laws concerning the release of criminal history information, with the new provisions taking effect on October 1, 2026.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Carried Over to the Call of the Chair (on 02/03/2026)

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