DE HB371

Clarifies that employers must attach a signed authorization statement from prospective employees to their Child Protection Registry check request.

Limits consideration of Child Protection Registry status to only those individuals currently listed on the registry when evaluating employment suitability at child-serving entities.

Removes language allowing historical Child Protection Registry listings to impact employment decisions for individuals who are not otherwise expressly prohibited from employment.

Applies to criminal background and Child Protection Registry checks required for prospective employees, volunteers, and contractors at child-serving entities.