This bill authorizes local units of government in Minnesota to conduct criminal background checks for individuals applying for licenses to operate certain types of businesses, specifically adult entertainment establishments and massage services. The new legal language introduced in the bill establishes a definition for "applicant for licensure," which includes not only individuals but also officers and directors of corporate entities seeking such licenses.

The bill outlines the process for conducting these background checks, which includes obtaining the applicant's consent, collecting fingerprints, and submitting the necessary information and fees to the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. The Bureau will perform both state and national criminal history checks and return the results to the local government, which will then determine the applicant's eligibility for licensure. Additionally, the bill states that failure to cooperate with the background check process can be grounds for denying an application.