AR HB1691

Allows service providers to employ applicants or continue employing workers with certain non-violent criminal convictions if specific conditions are met, including completion of probation, payment of fines, and written acknowledgment from the licensing agency.

Establishes nine non-violent offenses that may qualify for employment waivers: theft by receiving, forgery, financial identity fraud, resisting arrest, criminal impersonation (second degree), interference with visitation, interference with court-ordered visitation, prostitution, and patronizing a prostitute.

Requires waiver applicants to have completed probation or parole, paid all court-ordered fees and fines including restitution, and fully complied with all court orders pertaining to their conviction.

Limits waivers to employment at long-term care facilities, intermediate care facilities, developmental disability service providers, or child care facilities licensed by the state.

Declares an emergency clause due to personnel shortage in personal services, making the act effective upon governor approval or expiration of veto period.