HB 1659 (2022)
Revise background check process for licensed health care workers
Summary:
Removes the requirement that residential care or other health facilities exclusively use the Department of Safety for employee background checks. Criminal records checks would still be required. In addition, this bill would allow applicants for licenses as licensed nursing assistants to be issued temporary licenses before a background check is complete.
Bill Became Law?:
Yes
Status:
Status Detail:
Signed by Governor
Public Hearing Date:
03/16/2022 09:30 am
Public Hearing Location:
LOB Room 101
House Voting Date:
02/16/2022
Senate Voting Date:
04/21/2022
