This bill mandates that the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) conduct criminal history records checks for individuals serving as officials at athletic events sanctioned by the association. The process involves the NJSIAA requesting the checks through the Commissioner of Education, who will coordinate with the State Bureau of Identification and the Federal Bureau of Investigation to examine the criminal history of prospective or current officials. Individuals must submit their name, address, fingerprints, and written consent for the check, and they will bear the associated costs. If a criminal history check reveals a conviction for any disqualifying crime or offense, the individual will be barred from serving as an official.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the State Bureau of Identification must inform the commissioner of any pending charges against an official, particularly if they relate to disqualifying offenses. The commissioner will then notify the NJSIAA, which will take appropriate action. If a pending charge results in a conviction, the individual will be disqualified from continuing their role as an official. The bill also requires current officials to comply with these criminal history record investigation requirements within 60 days of the bill's effective date.