A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new subsection to section 12-60-24 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to 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.
A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new subsection to section 12-60-24 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to criminal history record checks; to provide an appropriation; to provide for application; and to provide an effective date.
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.
AN ACT to create and enact a new subsection to section 43-58-03.1 and section 43-60-06.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to 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.
AN ACT to create and enact a new subdivision to subsection 2 of section 12-60-24 and a new section to chapter 37-17.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to criminal history record checks by the department of emergency services.
AN ACT to create and enact a new subdivision to subsection 2 of section 12-60-24 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to criminal history record checks by the board of occupational therapy practice; to amend and reenact section 43-17-27.1 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to physician continuing education requirements; to provide a statement of legislative intent; and to provide an effective date.
AN ACT to amend and reenact subdivision xx of subsection 2 of section 12-60-24 and section 54-11-16 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to criminal history record checks by the state treasurer for individuals with access to federal tax information.