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SB 1913

CHILD CARE BACKGROUND CHECK

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mattie Hunter

SB 1913 revises Illinois child care worker background check requirements, adjusting criminal history screening standards and disqualifying offense criteria.

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Bill Summary · SB 1913

Legislative bill overview

SB 1913 modifies Illinois's background check requirements for individuals working in child care settings. The bill adjusts standards for criminal history screening and disqualifying offenses for child care providers and related personnel.

Why is this important

Child care worker background checks directly affect child safety and parental confidence in care facilities. Changes to these requirements influence both worker access to employment and the thoroughness of vetting processes that protect vulnerable children.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of disqualifying offenses: Disagreement over which criminal convictions should permanently or temporarily bar someone from child care work, balancing rehabilitation opportunities against safety concerns
  • Cost and implementation: Background check procedures impose expenses on providers and facilities, which may be passed to families or absorbed by operators
  • Interstate reciprocity: How Illinois recognizes background checks from other states and whether standards align with neighboring jurisdictions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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