This bill amends RSA 21-P:15-c, III to enhance the process of employee candidate background checks by allowing the commissioner of the department of safety to designate an authorized person to receive criminal conviction information during background investigations. The new legal language specifies that the designated individual must be authorized by federal authorities to receive such information. This change aims to streamline the background check process while ensuring that sensitive criminal history records are handled appropriately.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the procedures for obtaining state and federal criminal history records checks. It allows the department to submit fingerprint information electronically and emphasizes the importance of maintaining the confidentiality and security of all criminal history records information received. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-P:15-c
HB1363 text: 21-P:15-c