House Resolution No. by Representative Freeman urges the state Department of Education to conduct a study on the costs associated with criminal background checks for teachers and other school employees. The resolution highlights existing laws that mandate background checks for individuals in supervisory roles over children and outlines the responsibilities of school boards and the Department of Education regarding these checks. It addresses concerns raised by constituents about the financial burden of these checks, including who bears the costs and how they are managed by school governing authorities.

The resolution requests that the Department of Education submit a written report to the House Committee on Education by March 1, 2027. This report should include findings on the costs of background checks, the payment responsibilities, and potential strategies to alleviate costs for teachers and school employees. Additionally, the Department may seek input from the legislative auditor to enhance the study's comprehensiveness.