S.1528

CHILD Act of 2025 Comprehensive Health and Integrity in Licensing and Documentation Act of 2025

Chamber Passed·4/22/26

Expands background check requirements under the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to include contractors and those seeking certification.

The CHILD Act of 2025 amends the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to broaden the definition of "covered individual" for background checks. This includes contractors working with vulnerable populations and individuals seeking to be licensed or certified by qualified entities. The changes aim to ensure that businesses and organizations can request background checks for their contractors and those they license or certify to provide care for vulnerable populations.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · Apr 22
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

DDD
3
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jul 24, 2025

10:15 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Jul 17, 2025

9:15 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 22

Senate

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

Apr 22

House

Received in the House.

Apr 22

House

Held at the desk.