A3639

Requires State employer to ascertain child abuse or sexual misconduct in employment applications for certain positions involving children; requires background checks for current and prospective employees.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A3639 mandates background checks for State employees and contractors in positions involving children.

New Jersey A3639 requires State employers and service providers to verify employment history and conduct background checks for positions involving children. Applicants must list past employers, authorize record disclosure, and state if they were investigated for child abuse or sexual misconduct. Employers must contact listed employers for verification. The bill mandates criminal and child abuse record checks for current and prospective employees. Convictions for specific crimes permanently disqualify applicants.

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Where it stands

Current
State and Local Government Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee