Bill > H7428

This bill, effective July 1, 2026, amends a law concerning criminal background checks for individuals seeking employment in childcare and youth-serving roles, such as those working in childcare centers, family daycare homes, child-placing agencies, and residential childcare facilities. Specifically, it eliminates the requirement for new applicants to pay the cost of their criminal background checks, meaning these checks will be provided at no charge to them. The bill also clarifies that existing employees will still be responsible for the expense of their background checks, while new applicants will be exempt from these payment provisions. The act takes effect upon its passage.

Health and Social Services

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