Bill > H4093

This bill amends Chapter 6A of the General Laws to ensure compliance with federal standards regarding the handling of federal tax information. It requires state agencies to obtain state and national fingerprint-based criminal background checks for any applicant for employment or current agency employee who may have access to federal tax information, which includes tax returns, return information, and any derived information. The agency head determines which positions require such access and can deem all applicants and employees subject to the background check requirements, except for certain positions that may be excluded. The bill establishes procedures for conducting the background checks, handling the results, and determining suitability for access to federal tax information. It also allows agencies to request additional information from applicants or employees if the background check results are incomplete. The Commonwealth or agency pays the fees for current employees, and applicants may be reimbursed at the agency head's discretion.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4093