Criminal history record checks; to provide an appropriation; to provide for application; and to provide an effective date.
Impact
The implementation of SB2194 will have a substantial impact on state laws surrounding criminal background checks. It proposes a shift towards digitization, reflecting a broader trend toward modernization in law enforcement practices. The bill's appropriation of $5 million from the general fund aims to cover the necessary costs for equipment and other expenses associated with these enhanced record checks. This financial backing indicates a serious commitment from the state to support this initiative, ensuring that entities can rely on timely and accurate criminal history information.
Summary
Senate Bill 2194 introduces significant updates to the process of conducting criminal history record checks in North Dakota by allowing the Bureau of Criminal Investigation to accept digital fingerprints. This bill aims to enhance the efficiency of the criminal record check process by requiring that results be provided to requesting agencies within four business days after receiving authorization. This initiative is expected to streamline the background-check procedures for various entities, improving public safety and expediting hiring processes for organizations that require background checks during their recruitment.
Contention
While details regarding points of contention are not extensively documented, potential debates may arise around the privacy implications of digital fingerprinting, particularly regarding data security and the storage of sensitive information. There may also be discussions related to the allocation of funds, and whether the proposed budget will sufficiently support the required technological upgrades and ensure robust systems are in place to handle the increased volume of requests efficiently.
To Amend The Laws Concerning Criminal History Records Checks For Employees Of Service Providers; To Allow Third-party Employee Evaluation Services To Perform Criminal History Records Checks; And To Include Independent Contractors.
Obtaining criminal history record checks for naturopathic doctors and genetic counselors; and to amend and reenact subdivision d of subsection 2 of section 12-60-24 of the North Dakota Century Code, providing authority to complete the background checks with the bureau of criminal investigation to complete the criminal history record checks.
A bill for an act prohibiting employers and employment agencies from seeking the criminal record or criminal history from applicants for employment under certain circumstances, establishing a criminal history employment application task force, providing penalties, and including effective date provisions.
The criminal justice data information sharing system; to provide for a legislative management report; to provide an appropriation; to provide a continuing appropriation; to provide for a transfer; to provide an expiration date; and to declare an emergency.