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Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 695) to amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to establish a national criminal history background check system and criminal history review program for certain individuals who, related to their employment, have access to children, the elderly, or individuals with disabilities, and for other purposes.
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Summary of Bill HRES 714
Bill 115 H.Res. 714, also known as the National Child Protection Act Amendment, is a piece of legislation that focuses on enhancing background checks for individuals who work with vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities. The bill aims to establish a national criminal history background check system and criminal history review program for certain individuals who have access to these populations as part of their employment.
The bill seeks to amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 in order to strengthen protections for vulnerable individuals and ensure that those who work closely with them have undergone thorough background checks. This includes individuals who work in roles such as childcare providers, healthcare workers, and caregivers for the elderly or disabled.
The purpose of this legislation is to prevent individuals with a history of criminal behavior from working in positions where they could potentially harm vulnerable populations. By establishing a national criminal history background check system, the bill aims to create a more comprehensive and standardized process for screening individuals who have access to children, the elderly, or individuals with disabilities. Overall, Bill 115 H.Res. 714 is focused on enhancing the safety and well-being of vulnerable populations by implementing stricter background check requirements for individuals who work closely with them. The bill is an important step towards ensuring that those who are entrusted with the care of vulnerable individuals are qualified and trustworthy.
The bill seeks to amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 in order to strengthen protections for vulnerable individuals and ensure that those who work closely with them have undergone thorough background checks. This includes individuals who work in roles such as childcare providers, healthcare workers, and caregivers for the elderly or disabled.
The purpose of this legislation is to prevent individuals with a history of criminal behavior from working in positions where they could potentially harm vulnerable populations. By establishing a national criminal history background check system, the bill aims to create a more comprehensive and standardized process for screening individuals who have access to children, the elderly, or individuals with disabilities. Overall, Bill 115 H.Res. 714 is focused on enhancing the safety and well-being of vulnerable populations by implementing stricter background check requirements for individuals who work closely with them. The bill is an important step towards ensuring that those who are entrusted with the care of vulnerable individuals are qualified and trustworthy.
Current Status of Bill HRES 714
Bill HRES 714 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 29, 2018. Bill HRES 714 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on January 29, 2018. Bill HRES 714's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of January 30, 2018
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 714
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
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0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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