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HB 1292

Making modifications necessary to comply with federal regulations regarding dissemination of federal bureau of investigation criminal history record information.

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Roger Goodman and 1 co-sponsor

Washington updates criminal history record-sharing procedures to comply with federal FBI regulations affecting background check access and privacy protections.

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Bill Summary · HB 1292

Legislative bill overview

HB 1292 modifies Washington state law to align with federal FBI regulations governing how criminal history record information can be shared and accessed. The bill ensures state procedures comply with federal requirements for the dissemination of FBI criminal background data to authorized entities.

Why is this important

Criminal history records are used extensively in background checks for employment, housing, professional licensing, and other consequential decisions. Federal compliance ensures Washington's record-sharing practices meet national standards and protects individuals' privacy rights while allowing legitimate access to necessary information.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of access changes: The modifications may alter which entities can access FBI criminal records, potentially expanding or restricting access for employers, landlords, or government agencies
  • Privacy vs. public safety balance: Compliance measures may affect how readily criminal histories are available, raising tensions between protecting individual privacy and enabling public safety vetting
  • Implementation costs and timeline: State agencies may need resources to update systems and procedures to achieve federal compliance

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

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