A 4395
Requires volunteers, employees, and organizers of certain youth and sports organizations to receive criminal history record background checks.
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Bill overview
This bill requires background checks for volunteers, employees, and organizers of certain youth and sports organizations in New Jersey. It mandates that these organizations request criminal history record checks from the State Bureau of Identification for prospective and current individuals. The bill also establishes penalties for organizations that fail to comply and clarifies that public and non-public schools with existing background checks are exempt from additional checks during the same year. It aims to enhance safety within youth and sports programs by screening individuals involved.
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Primary sponsor
Jay Webber
Cosponsor
Gerry Scharfenberger
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