S 1528

The CHILD Act of 2025 aims to strengthen child protection efforts by requiring businesses and organizations that work with vulnerable populations to conduct background checks on their contractors and individuals they license or certify to provide care. Specifically, it amends the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to broaden the definition of ‘covered individual’ to include contractors and those seeking employment or volunteer roles with organizations serving vulnerable populations. This expanded scope is intended to improve the safety and security of these vulnerable populations by increasing the availability of background information. The bill seeks to ensure that organizations have access to necessary information to make informed decisions about those working with children and individuals needing care.