Authorizes background checks for volunteer or paid firefighter applicants by prospective employers.

New York Assembly Bill A09147 amends the criminal procedure law to allow prospective employers of volunteer or paid firefighters to perform background checks on applicants. The bill specifies that applicants must be provided with copies of all records obtained and an opportunity to explain them. This act takes effect immediately.

Authorizes background checks for volunteer or paid firefighter applicants by prospective employers.

New York Assembly Bill A09147 amends the criminal procedure law to allow prospective employers of volunteer or paid firefighters to perform background checks on applicants. The bill specifies that applicants must be provided with copies of all records obtained and an opportunity to explain them. This act takes effect immediately.