HB 770 Summary

• Requires the Department of Human Services to provide public online access to conduct child and vulnerable adult abuse perpetrator checks through the department's website for employment, volunteer, licensure, or certification background checks.

• Limits released information to confirmed reports of abuse or neglect only, with perpetrator name and birth date searchable but victim identifying information strictly prohibited from disclosure.

• Allows the department to require requesters to register with the department in order to access perpetrator check information through the website.

• Provides the department with immunity from civil liability for any individual obtaining information through the online perpetrator check system.

• Amends confidentiality provisions in Chapter 346 to allow disclosure of reports and records when required by law or rule, enabling authorized release of perpetrator information while maintaining victim confidentiality.