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OK SB1566
Bill
Status
2/6/2012
Primary Sponsor
Michael Mazzei
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AI Summary
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Allows school districts to choose between a national criminal history record check or a criminal record search (through private vendors) for substitute teachers and noncertified school employees.
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Eliminates the national criminal history record check requirement for substitute teachers and noncertified school employees, making it optional at the district level.
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Permits prospective employees to provide a national criminal history record check completed within the preceding 5 years in lieu of a new check, or for substitute teachers, a prior check plus a letter confirming good standing.
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Maintains the requirement for national criminal history record checks for other school employees (principals, certified teachers, superintendents, and other certified professionals).
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Takes effect July 1, 2012, with emergency declaration for immediate implementation.
Legislative Description
School employees; allowing school districts to set a policy and choose the type of background check to conduct prior to hiring a prospective employee. Effective date. Emergency.
Education - Common
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Education
2/7/2012