State police licensing boards gain FBI record access
Passed both chambersH.R. 8352Latest action
Sponsor: Derek Schmidt · Representative · KS
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Official title: Criminal History Access Act
119th Congress
Topics: Crime & justice
Introduced:
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HR 8352 lets state law enforcement licensing agencies check FBI criminal records when deciding whether to certify officers.
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What does this do?
This bill adds state "peace officer standards and training agencies" to the list of organizations allowed to access FBI criminal history records. These are state agencies that set the rules for hiring, training, and certifying law enforcement officers. The Attorney General must update federal regulations within 180 days to put this change into effect.
Who does it affect?
State agencies that oversee law enforcement certification and licensing are directly affected. Officer candidates and current officers may have their federal criminal records reviewed as part of certification or fitness decisions.
Why does it matter?
Right now, these state agencies are not on the approved list to receive FBI criminal history records. This change means they would have a legal path to check federal criminal backgrounds when making certification decisions.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedApr 16, 2026
- House committee
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's deskYou are here · Sep 30, 2026
Right now: both chambers have passed it. It goes to the president next.
Latest action: — Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5299)