House Bill No. by Representative Larvadain amends R.S. 17:8.9(A)(1) and enacts R.S. 17:8.9(A)(6) concerning criminal background checks for individuals applying for an early childhood ancillary certificate. The bill removes the requirement for applicants to undergo a criminal history record check, which was previously set to begin on January 1, 2025. Instead, it establishes that any applicant for this certificate will not need to complete a criminal history check unless their certificate has been previously denied, suspended, or revoked.

Additionally, the new language clarifies that the rules and regulations governing the early childhood ancillary certificate will be promulgated by the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education through the Administrative Procedure Act. The bill is set to take effect upon the governor's signature or, if not signed, after the designated time for bills to become law without signature. If vetoed and later approved by the legislature, the bill will become effective the day after such approval.

Statutes affected:
HB352 Original: 17:9(A)(1)
HB352 Engrossed: 17:9(A)(1)
HB352 Enrolled: 17:9(A)(1)