Pennsylvania SB1326 amends the Public School Code to enhance background checks for school employees and contractors.

Pennsylvania SB1326 amends the Public School Code to strengthen background checks for school employees and contractors. It requires school entities and independent contractors to check the eligibility and criminal history of applicants for positions involving direct contact with children. The bill mandates that school entities and independent contractors cannot hire applicants who do not provide required information. It also requires independent contractors to inform school entities of any known instances of abuse or sexual misconduct investigations or disciplinary actions against employees.

Pennsylvania SB1326 amends the Public School Code to enhance background checks for school employees and contractors.

Pennsylvania SB1326 amends the Public School Code to strengthen background checks for school employees and contractors. It requires school entities and independent contractors to check the eligibility and criminal history of applicants for positions involving direct contact with children. The bill mandates that school entities and independent contractors cannot hire applicants who do not provide required information. It also requires independent contractors to inform school entities of any known instances of abuse or sexual misconduct investigations or disciplinary actions against employees.