MN HF1985

Extends the period triggering a new background study from 45 days to 180 consecutive days of absence for individuals returning to positions requiring background studies or programs resuming licensed direct contact services.

Requires license holders to initiate new background studies through the commissioner's online system rather than providing notice by mail or letter.

Adds provision that if an individual's previous disqualification was set aside and a new background study produces no new disqualifying information, the previous set-aside remains in effect.

Mandates substitute caregivers in family child care receive repeat background studies at each license renewal.

Modifies probation officer and corrections agent notification requirements to apply when individuals have been affiliated with regulated programs within the preceding year and have been convicted of disqualifying crimes.