Bill would widen FBI background checks to contractors and caregivers
In markupH.R. 3100Latest action
Sponsor: Russell Fry · Representative · SC
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Official title: To amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to ensure that businesses and organizations that work with vulnerable populations are able to request background checks for their contractors who work with those populations, as well as for individuals that the businesses or organizations license or certify to provide care for those populations.
119th Congress
Topics: Crime & justice
Introduced:
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This bill expands who can get FBI background checks to include contractors and certified caregivers, not just direct employees.
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What does this do?
This bill updates the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to expand who qualifies for voluntary FBI background checks. It adds contractors, staff of outside companies hired by organizations, and individuals an organization licenses or certifies to provide care, beyond just direct employees and volunteers.
Who does it affect?
This affects businesses and nonprofits serving children, seniors, or people with disabilities, along with contractors and licensed or certified caregivers who work with those organizations.
Why does it matter?
The change closes a gap where people who regularly interact with vulnerable populations but aren't formal employees could avoid background screening.
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Based on the “Introduced in House” text of Apr 30, 2025.
After that text, a committee agreed on Jul 15, 2026 to send the bill to the full chamber with changes. This plain-language version may not reflect them.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedApr 30, 2025
- House committeeYou are here · Jul 15, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 0.