Establishes a portable clearance passport program for background checks for employment at certain agencies in New York.

The bill directs the commissioner of the office of children and family services to develop a portable clearance passport program. This program will provide a uniform process for conducting background checks for employment at participating agencies. The passports will be valid for up to five years and will be accepted by participating agencies and covered providers in lieu of duplicative background check requirements. The program ensures the confidentiality and security of all information in accordance with applicable law.

Establishes a portable clearance passport program for background checks for employment at certain agencies in New York.

The bill directs the commissioner of the office of children and family services to develop a portable clearance passport program. This program will provide a uniform process for conducting background checks for employment at participating agencies. The passports will be valid for up to five years and will be accepted by participating agencies and covered providers in lieu of duplicative background check requirements. The program ensures the confidentiality and security of all information in accordance with applicable law.