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DE SB98
Bill
Status
6/30/2014
Primary Sponsor
Margaret Henry
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AI Summary
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Requires criminal background checks and fingerprinting for applicants and licensees in multiple healthcare and professional licensing boards, with submission deadlines by January 1, 2013-2016 depending on profession.
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Makes conviction of a felony sexual offense an automatic ground for denial of licensure and permanent revocation of licenses for podiatrists, chiropractors, occupational therapists, optometrists, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and speech/language pathologists/audiologists/hearing aid dispensers.
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Mandates applicants submit fingerprints and obtain criminal history reports from both the State Bureau of Identification and Federal Bureau of Investigation before licensure can be granted.
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Requires applicants with prior criminal convictions (other than felony sexual offenses) to receive a waiver from licensing boards before being licensed, with specific conditions varying by profession.
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Extends background check requirements to pharmacy key personnel and clarifies that applicants cannot be licensed until criminal history reports are produced.
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Professions And Occupations Adding Criminal Background Check Requirements, Requiring Fingerpriting And Making Conviction Of A Felony Sexual Offense Grounds For Denial And Revocation Of Licensure.
Last Action
Signed by Governor
6/30/2014