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OK SB2199
Bill
AI Summary
- Removes the previous restriction that limited criminal history record check requirements to school districts with 30,000 students or less, making the law applicable to all school districts
- Requires boards of education to conduct national criminal history record checks (instead of just felony searches) on all persons seeking employment, not just at the board's discretion
- Sets the search fee at no more than $50, to be paid by the employee or prospective employee, with school districts authorized to reimburse employees for the cost
- Allows prospective employees to work for up to 60 days pending receipt of background check results, and requires substitute teachers to undergo only one check per school year
- Effective date of July 1, 2010, with emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage and approval
Legislative Description
Schools; requiring school districts to conduct criminal record search on prospective employees. Effective date. Emergency.
Education - Common
Last Action
Approved by Governor 06/08/2010
5/28/2010
Committee Referrals
Education2/2/2010
Full Bill Text
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